Professional Development

The C&O Canal National Historical Park offers professional development throughout the year!


From teacher workshops to summer internships to seasonal field trip support - find out what options are available and the best fit for you! Opportunities include a stipend, and sometimes include bus funding to bring students on a Canal Classrooms Field Trip.

If you are interested in exploring the C&O Canal, learning about curriculum resources available to your students, developing new curriculum programs in collaboration with park rangers, or helping deliver education programming to school groups visiting the park, we hope you'll consider applying. Professional development opportunities are updated as they become available, please check back for updates or email us at cocanaleducation@nps.gov to learn more!
 
Canal Classrooms Corps Teachers at the C&O Canal
Canal Classrooms Corps

Comprised of retired teachers, educators and professionals, the Canal Classroom Corps deliver education programs with C&O Canal Rangers.

Explore the C&O Canal's educational resources virtually!
Virtual Teacher Workshop

Join us for a Virtual Teacher Workshop to learn about field trips, distance learning, and classroom resources for your students!

 
Canal boat traveling the watered canal
Summer Internships

Interested in spending your summer at a national park? Consider applying for a summer teacher internship or Teacher-Ranger-Teacher position!

A fall scene on the towpath near Lockhouse 72
Learn About the Park

New to the C&O Canal? Learn more about this amazing national park and find opportunities to explore!

Last updated: October 30, 2021

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport, MD 21795

Phone:

301-739-4200

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