Alder Teacher Residency at Monterey Peninsula: Earn Your Teaching Credential & Masters in One Year at Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District! We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools as well as pre-k, alternative, and adult programs, we proudly serve the communities of Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. MPUSD is built on a solid foundation of effective instruction, positive school culture, systems of support, and collaborative leadership. Our goal is to provide exemplary service to our current and future employees. We strive to meet your needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner while working with integrity and compassion. MPUSD is continuously seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in creating a positive learning environment for our students. We welcome you to apply and look forward to working with you.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Imagine... -Earning your Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in one year from the University of Pacific. -Apprenticing four days a week with an expert teacher in MPUSD. -Engaging in critical conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion with your mentor, instructors, and peers. -Receiving priority consideration for a full-time position upon completing the program. -Doing all of this at a cost that is affordable and includes financial support. Admissions Requirements: -Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of June 2019 -A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on the last 60 semester units or 90 quarter units preferred -Eligible to work in the United States Application Requirements: -Current Resume -Unofficial Transcripts -A Response to the Following: Tell us why you are committed to a long-term career in education. Please include prior experiences working with children, and if applicable, children of historically underrepresented groups, low-income neighborhoods, and/or different background from your own. (350-500 words) *Please note that the references section is optional at this stage of the application process. You can skip the references section. If you move forward following the interview day, recommendations will be required.
Imagine... -Earning your Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in one year from the University of Pacific. -Apprenticing four days a week with an expert teacher in MPUSD. -Engaging in critical conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion with your mentor, instructors, and peers. -Receiving priority consideration for a full-time position upon completing the program. -Doing all of this at a cost that is affordable and includes financial support. Admissions Requirements: -Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of June 2019 -A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on the last 60 semester units or 90 quarter units preferred -Eligible to work in the United States Application Requirements: -Current Resume -Unofficial Transcripts -A Response to the Following: Tell us why you are committed to a long-term career in education. Please include prior experiences working with children, and if applicable, children of historically underrepresented groups, low-income neighborhoods, and/or different background from your own. (350-500 words) *Please note that the references section is optional at this stage of the application process. You can skip the references section. If you move forward following the interview day, recommendations will be required.
Comments and Other Information
The free, short application for the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Teacher Residency at Alder GSE is now open (September 1, 2024)! The application deadline is October 13, 2024.
This Fall Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is recruiting a cohort of teacher residents for the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Teacher Residency. This is an innovative and affordable pathway to a full-time teaching career in our community. Residents earn their Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in just one year through the Alder Graduate School of Education, while joining a supportive, mentor-based program with an emphasis on social justice and equity. After the year of residency, graduates receive priority hiring as Monterey Peninsula Unified School District teachers.
TUITION
~$22,610 tuition (final tuition set in Dec. 2024 for the Class of 2025)
BENEFITS
$40,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school)
State and federal grants for residents from all credential areas
Up to $55K in federal financial aid/loans and the opportunity to apply for scholarships
Master's Degree and Credential
Priority hiring for a full-time position at the school of residency
APPLY NOW: https://aldergse.edu/apply/
Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:
https://aldergse.edu/academic-programs/masters-credential-teacher-residency/
Requirements / Qualifications
-Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of July 2024
-A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred, under 2.65 GPA should still apply
-Eligible to work in the United States, DACA, permanent residency, US Citizen
Details For the 2024-2025 Residency Cohort:
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects
Special Education K-8
Special Education 9-12
Single Subject Math
Single Subject English
Single SUbject Science
Single Subject Social Science
World Language
KEY ADMISSIONS DATES:
Priority Round | Apply by October 11th, 2024 | Interviews in Early November 2024
Round 1 | Apply by November 1st, 2024 | Interviews in November 2024
Round 2 (if open seats remain) | Apply by February 7th, 2025 | Interviews in March 2025
Round 3 (if open seats remain) | Apply by March 1st, 2025 | Interviews in April 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OR TO APPLY, CONTACT: Brenna Jones at bjones@aldergse.org
Comments and Other Information
The free, short application for the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Teacher Residency at Alder GSE is now open (September 1, 2024)! The application deadline is October 13, 2024.
This Fall Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is recruiting a cohort of teacher residents for the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Teacher Residency. This is an innovative and affordable pathway to a full-time teaching career in our community. Residents earn their Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in just one year through the Alder Graduate School of Education, while joining a supportive, mentor-based program with an emphasis on social justice and equity. After the year of residency, graduates receive priority hiring as Monterey Peninsula Unified School District teachers.
TUITION
~$22,610 tuition (final tuition set in Dec. 2024 for the Class of 2025)
BENEFITS
$40,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school)
State and federal grants for residents from all credential areas
Up to $55K in federal financial aid/loans and the opportunity to apply for scholarships
Master's Degree and Credential
Priority hiring for a full-time position at the school of residency
APPLY NOW: https://aldergse.edu/apply/
Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:
https://aldergse.edu/academic-programs/masters-credential-teacher-residency/
Requirements / Qualifications
-Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of July 2024
-A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred, under 2.65 GPA should still apply
-Eligible to work in the United States, DACA, permanent residency, US Citizen
Details For the 2024-2025 Residency Cohort:
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects
Special Education K-8
Special Education 9-12
Single Subject Math
Single Subject English
Single SUbject Science
Single Subject Social Science
World Language
KEY ADMISSIONS DATES:
Priority Round | Apply by October 11th, 2024 | Interviews in Early November 2024
Round 1 | Apply by November 1st, 2024 | Interviews in November 2024
Round 2 (if open seats remain) | Apply by February 7th, 2025 | Interviews in March 2025
Round 3 (if open seats remain) | Apply by March 1st, 2025 | Interviews in April 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OR TO APPLY, CONTACT: Brenna Jones at bjones@aldergse.org
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
9/5/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
20
Salary
Single Rate
see description below Stipend
see description below Stipend
Add'l Salary Info
Living Stipend, Tuition Reimbursement, and Federal Financial Aid Available
Length of Work Year
July to July
Employment Type
Full Time