Alder Teacher Residency at Monterey Peninsula: Earn Your teaching Credential & Masters in One Year

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.

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Date Posted:8/31/2023 Application Deadline: Until Filled Employment Type:Full Time Length of Work Year:Full Year Salary:Living Stipend, Tuition Reimbursement, and Federal Financial Aid Available Number Openings: (At time of posting)20 Contact: Sarah Hudson Email: shudson@mpusd.k12.ca.us Phone:

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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, 2022)! The application deadline is October 13, 2023. 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 ~$21,930 tuition (final tuition set in Dec. 2023 for the Class of 2025) BENEFITS $37,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school) Up to $26,000 in 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 2023-2024 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 Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities: CITY X CITY Y KEY ADMISSIONS DATES: Priority Application Deadlines: October 13th & November 3th Interviews: Late November/Early December FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Brenna Jones at bjones@aldergse.org or schedule a time to meet with them HERE APPLY (CURRENT EMPLOYEES ONLY)

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