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Teacher Residency
SCOE’s Teacher Residency Program is an innovative teacher preparation program built upon an accelerated course of study centered around a yearlong student teaching placement at a single school site. Our mission is to develop and retain credentialed teachers from diverse backgrounds who foster respect, inclusion and equity in students, classrooms and the community. SCOE’s School of Education’s Teacher Residency Program collaborates with two Institutes of Higher Education — Pacific Oaks College and Teacher’s College of San Joaquin.
Program Highlights
- Intense clinical practice (student teaching) alongside a mentor teacher for entire year (180 days)
- Gradual release of teaching responsibilities during the school year
- 13 month preliminary credential program
- Coursework in the evenings and weekends
- Structured and ongoing observations and feedback
- Comprehensive coursework and professional learning opportunities
- Teaching position upon successful completion of program
Credential Pathways
- Multiple Subject focused on Transitional Kindergarten
- Mild to Moderate Support Needs
- Extensive Support Needs (Moderate/Severe)
Financial Incentive
- Living stipend provided through grant funds ($28,000 - $38,000)
- $500 minimum monthly stipend through district/charter
(during school year) - Potential financial opportunities
Eligibility/Requirements
- College graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree
- Meet the Basic Skills Requirements (satisfied by a degree
from an accredited university) - Participate in an intense clinical practice (student teaching)
alongside a mentor teacher for the entire school year - Attend all Teacher Residency Program professional
learning sessions - Complete Preliminary Teaching Credential Program leading
to a California Multiple Subject Credential with an emphasis on
Transitional Kindergarten or Education Specialist Teaching Credential - Complete all credential requirements including Subject
Matter Requirements (CSET), TPA, RICA, Observations, and Coursework with a 3.0 - Teach in participating district for a minimum of 4 years after completing the program
Documentation Needed Prior to Starting
- Certificate of Clearance from CTC
- U.S. Constitution Requirement (either by course or exam)
- Tuberculin test
- Registration for CSET (but completion highly recommended before program start)
Frequently Asked Questions
You'll likely have a few questions about SCOE's Teacher Residency program, which is why we've put together a FAQ to help you find more answers.
Mission Statement
SCOE School of Education is an innovative agency offering programs approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to support the preparation and development of high-quality teachers and leaders for the Capital Region.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion through the intentional recruitment and support of educators with diverse ethnicity and backgrounds representative of our region.