Hello Y'all!

I'm currently in my internship year as a public school elementary teacher in Texas through an alternative certification program. I started as an adjunct teacher and officially became an intern teacher in October. I've completed all required state exams, modules, internship projects, and even obtained the Texas ESL Cert along with a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. However, I haven't fulfilled the 187 days in the classroom required as a documented "intern."

I recently received a job offer at a charter school for the upcoming year that I'm interested in taking. My concern is regarding how this transition would affect my standard certificate, which depends on positive recommendations from my current school's principal and program evaluator.

Here are my specific questions:

1. How does it work if I switch schools/districts during my internship year? Will my progress towards certification be affected?

2. What happens if I decide not to teach next year? Will I lose everything I've earned so far since I would technically have only completed 150 days in the classroom?

For context, an adjunct teacher in Texas must have a Bachelor's Degree and meet one of the following criteria:

- Enrolled in or completion of the Alternative Certification Program

- SBEC certified in other areas

- Educator certification from outside of Texas

- Demonstrated student growth in an educational position, including but not limited to a formal classroom or tutoring setting

- Teaching experience in private or charter school settings

I'd greatly appreciate any insights, experiences, or advice from fellow educators who may have gone through a similar situation or have knowledge about these processes. Thank you in advance for your help!