Program Overview
The Aspire Teacher Residency Program (ATR) is a teacher training program in partnership with the University of the Pacific. The Aspire Teacher Residency Program offers:
- A comprehensive four year program that integrates exceptional academic preparation and practical teaching experience
- A tuition-reimbursed Master’s in Education from the University of the Pacific
- A tuition-reimbursed California Preliminary Credential, in either Multiple Subject (K-8) or Single Subject (6-12)
- A job at an Aspire school the following school year, at a beginning teacher’s salary with full benefits for residents who successfully complete the first year program
Click here for the Aspire Teacher Residency Brochure
Who Should Apply?
- All Aspire college graduates
- Any Aspire staff member, community member or volunteer who is eager to become a teacher at Aspire
- College seniors, who want to settle in one of Aspire’s regions
- Professionals outside the field of education looking to become teachers
Click here for the Aspire Teacher Residency Program presentation
Click here for FAQs
Application Requirements
To apply to the Aspire Teacher Residency Program, applicants must have:
- Completed a B.A. by the end of June 2010
- Maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher on the last 60 semester or 90 quarter units earned
Applicants must submit the following:
- Aspire Teacher Residency Program Application
- Statement of Purpose
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Official College Transcripts
Applications
Applications for Aspire's Teacher Residency Program will be available Fall 2010.
Application Deadlines and Submissions
Application deadlines will be available Fall 2010.
Submit applications to:
Aspire Teacher Residency Program
1001 22nd Avenue, Suite 100
Oakland, CA 94606
For Additional Information
Please direct all inquiries to:
Aspire Teacher Residency Program
1001 22nd Avenue, Suite 100
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 434-5041 or (510) 434-5013
ATR@aspirepublicschools.org