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Mikayla Carter knew she wanted to be a teacher since she was four years old. CarolinaTIP was there to confirm this belief with a consistent “You’ve got this! And we’ve got your back!” cheer.

A full year in the classroom—what an accomplishment! CarolinaCAP candidates have navigated challenges, built relationships, and grown into confident educators. We couldn’t be prouder.

Johanna Guilford works on herself so her students get the teacher they deserve. CarolinaTIP retains more than 90% of the teachers it serves. That's what investment looks.

Sarah Harllee watches her students grow every day, even when the progress isn't linear. CarolinaTIP has supported over 750 teachers across South Carolina in doing the same - meeting teachers where they are on any given day and helping them grow through the celebrations and challenges.

Kristina Hill learned that connection matters more than any lesson plan. CarolinaTIP gives first-year teachers the space to reflect, ask for help, and grow as they learn to reach and teach all students.

As the school year winds down, our Residents, Candidates, and Coaches are focusing on finishing the year strong.

From coaching conversations to micro-credentials and classroom milestones, this time of year is full of reflection and growth.
We’re proud of the educators who continue to show up each day for their students—and each other.

The work you’re doing now is shaping the future of South Carolina classrooms.

Julia Walker spent her first year building the kind of support system that makes teachers stay. CarolinaTIP pairs new teachers with coaches and a safe external community so they never have to figure it out alone.

Curious about teaching but not sure where to start?
The CarolinaCAP Residency Pathway allows future educators to spend a year learning alongside an experienced teacher before becoming a teacher of record.

Residents gain:
- Classroom experience
- Mentorship from expert educators
- Preparation for a successful teaching career

It’s a supportive way to explore teaching while building the skills that matter most.

Spring hiring season is here—this could be your moment to step into education.

These five teachers took the stage at the Inquiry Matters Conference and shared what first-year teaching actually looks like. Growth, struggle, reflection, and the decision to keep showing up for their students. This is the impact of the Carolina Teacher Induction Program.

Building the teacher pipeline in South Carolina—together.
The Carolina Collaborative for Alternative Preparation continues to expand its reach across the state, partnering with school districts to recruit and prepare high-quality educators where they’re needed most.

Through collaboration with districts and expert coaches, CarolinaCAP provides a personalized pathway into teaching that supports educators from day one.