Paid Teacher Residency Programs in California

Requirements

Bachelor's degree earned by June 2027; 2.65 GPA preferred (appeal possible if lower); eligible to work in the U.S. (citizen, DACA, permanent resident).

Benefits

$30,000 living stipend; continued employee‑only health benefits for in‑district applicants; state & federal grants up to $15,000; Alder tuition scholarships $3,000–$10,000; up to $20,500 federal aid/loans; Master's degree and credential; priority hiring for a full‑time position with San Juan USD.

Requirements

Application includes resume, short personal statements, residency & teaching preferences; GPA below 2.0 ineligible; applicants indicate partner TK‑12 preferences; program begins mid‑June (cohort start published).

Benefits

As published: earn a Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in one year; residents receive financial supports/financial aid options and priority consideration for full‑time positions with partner schools; program lists program costs and grants/financial supports.

Requirements

Program is designed for candidates pursuing an MAT in Curriculum & Instruction with dual credentials in Special Education and general education credential (applicants follow USD admissions & eligibility processes).

Benefits

As published: paid residency model; earn a MAT while being paired with a mentor teacher; prioritized hiring by San Diego Unified; eligible for Golden State Teacher Grant; residency candidates work full‑time in SDUSD for the academic year.