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Addressing Maryland’s teacher shortage

Initiative helps conditionally certified teachers fast-track their path to the classroom.

By CCBC Stories

December 9^th, 2025

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) awarded CCBC $100,000 to launch its Expanding Teacher Quality and Diversity initiative — an effort to help address Maryland’s teacher shortage while building a more diverse, representative educator workforce.

With this funding, CCBC is creating a low-cost, fast-track pathway to help conditionally certified teachers gain full licensure without leaving the classroom. This program is designed for aspiring educators from all walks of life — parents seeking career changes, former federal employees in search of renewed purpose and individuals who have long dreamed of teaching but were unable to access traditional routes.

In collaboration with Baltimore County Public Schools, the initiative also seeks to improve equity and student outcomes by ensuring more teachers reflect the communities they serve. From mentorship and training to classroom supplies, CCBC is providing wraparound support that sets participants up for long-term success. Additionally, CCBC is hosting a statewide conference, bringing together teachers, administrators and education advocates to share strategies, resources and stories that inspire. The conference offers CCBC’s future educators an opportunity to network, learn from leaders in the field and build lasting professional connections.