Our Program
City Teaching Alliance’s unique and effective program model addresses some of the biggest challenges in education including teacher turnover, understaffed classrooms, and a shortage of certified and community-driven educators that can lead to unmet student potential.
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Students served since 2010
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Educators who completed our program are still in education
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Public and charter schools supported school year 2023-24
Why Us
The most comprehensive preparation for your career
Master's Degree
Attain a master's degree from American University, a nationally recognized leader in preparing community-driven teachers.
Paid all 4 years
Earn an annual income through an initial residency year of paid classroom experience and a full-time, full-salaried teaching position starting in Year 2.
1:1 Coaching
Grow your skills through 85 hours of 1:1 coaching over three years and coursework that promotes whole child success.
Dual Teaching Certificates
Receive two accredited teaching certificates, including Special Education.
Four Cities To Start Your Journey
When you join the City Teaching Alliance community in Baltimore, Dallas, Washington DC, and Philadelphia, you will stay in classrooms, strengthen local school communities, and drive student achievement where it matters most.
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Who We Are
We are a group of individuals focused on improving educational and life outcomes of all children through education.
Allies we partner with
Our partners are an essential part of our work.
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