The Program

Teach for a Just Future

About The Program

Change Starts Here

Our teachers receive a master’s degree from our higher education partner and become dually certified to teach in either elementary education, secondary English or secondary math, and special education. We offer more comprehensive coursework and personalized support than any other teacher training program.

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Learn to Transform lives in just 4 years

Our program is rigorous, and participants who complete their four-year commitment are prepared with the tools and skills needed to be an effective educator.

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Year 1

Resident

Our teachers earn a master’s degree from American University School of Education and become dually certified to teach in one of the following content areas – elementary education, secondary English, or secondary math – as well as special education. We also facilitate 85 hours of coaching support over the first three years in our program. City Teaching Alliance offers more comprehensive coursework and personalized support than any other teacher training program.

  • One-on-one coaching
  • Intensive Training
  • Paid classroom experience
  • Experience in a real classroom

Year 2

Fellow

Our teachers earn a master’s degree from American University School of Education and become dually certified to teach in one of the following content areas – elementary education, secondary English, or secondary math – as well as special education. We also facilitate 85 hours of coaching support over the first three years in our program. City Teaching Alliance offers more comprehensive coursework and personalized support than any other teacher training program.

  • First year as a full-time classroom teacher
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Earn Master of Arts in Teaching
  • Begin earning full-time teacher salary and benefits

Year 3

Senior Fellow

Our teachers earn a master’s degree from American University School of Education and become dually certified to teach in one of the following content areas – elementary education, secondary English, or secondary math – as well as special education. We also facilitate 85 hours of coaching support over the first three years in our program. City Teaching Alliance offers more comprehensive coursework and personalized support than any other teacher training program.

  • Second year as a full-time classroom teacher
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Earn teaching credentials in content area and special education

Year 4

Alum

Our teachers earn a master’s degree from American University School of Education and become dually certified to teach in one of the following content areas – elementary education, secondary English, or secondary math – as well as special education. We also facilitate 85 hours of coaching support over the first three years in our program. City Teaching Alliance offers more comprehensive coursework and personalized support than any other teacher training program.

  • Third year a full-time classroom teacher
  • School leadership and mentorship opportunities available
  • Access to network of City Teaching Alliance alumni across the country
Why Our Program

Take charge of your teaching journey

Masters Degree

A master's degree from American University, a nationally accredited institution that best prepares educators.

Paid all 4 years

An initial residency year of paid classroom experience and a full-time, full-salaried teaching position starting in Year 2.

1:1 Coaching

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.

“I joined [City Teaching Alliance] for its holistic approach to teacher preparation and development. Though rigorous, the residency year humbled my mind for learning, challenged my comfort zone for growing, and affirmed my passion for serving.”

Sinh N.

UCLA, Montréal, Québec, Cohort 2016

Preparing you for urban classrooms

We know that one of the most persistent problems in urban schools is high teacher turnover. Teacher attrition destabilizes schools and prevents students from learning. That’s why we equip our graduates with the skills and support they will need to succeed as long-term educators.

85 %
Educators who completed our program who are still in education
90 %
Of participants say the program gave them the skills they need to be effective in the classroom
Initiatives
Black Educators Initiative
Transformative SEL
How To Apply

Our program is intentionally rigorous. All children deserve an excellent education, and we commit to developing and supporting long-term, responsive, and effective educators.

Making Excellence Accessible

We believe there are no shortcuts to becoming a great educator and the cost of our program reflects the unmatched residency experience, coursework, coaching, and wrap-around support we provide. However, we are committed to making this program affordable and accessible. We provide financial support in the form of:

  • Signing bonus and transitional assistance
  • Grants
  • Scholarships
  • Financial Coaching
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Are you a good fit?

We select the very best candidates for our program – only 40 percent of applicants are accepted – and prepare them thoroughly for their careers.

Ready to commit to a career in education?

Eager to work with students in communities that have been historically underserved?

Able to adapt and persevere through challenges?

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