Philadelphia Teacher Residency (PTR) — Drexel University year‑long, accelerated teacher certification residency; residents enroll in Drexel graduate coursework and earn salary & benefits as School District of Philadelphia employees.
Drexel University School of Education
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Requirements
Must possess a bachelor's degree and strong content in the certification area to be pursued; secondary candidates should have a degree closely aligned to content area; candidates must demonstrate content proficiency (Praxis II as required by PA Dept. of Education) and complete background clearances prior to starting.
Benefits
As published: special discounted tuition rate ($752 per credit) for PTR candidates; many partner schools provide tuition assistance; residents earn salary and benefits as School District of Philadelphia employees (details determined by district employer).
Source: Drexel University School of Education