Is teaching right for you?
How do you know if teaching is the right fit for you?
- You want to make a real difference
- You care about shaping the future
- You like work that challenges and rewards you
Not sure where to begin? Answer a few simple questions to find your future classroom.
Why Become a Teacher?
Teachers in California enjoy rewarding careers and make a lasting impact by:
See Where Teaching Can Take You- Inspiring young minds
- Supporting diverse students
- Strengthening the community
Your Path Starts Here
Your classroom is closer than you think:
Find Your Path- Decide what you want to teach and choose a degree path
- Complete your credential requirements and student teaching
- Earn your credential and begin your teaching career
Roadmap to Teaching
A step-by-step guide to becoming a teacher, published by Teach for California and the Commission on Teacher Credentialing:
- Decide what you want to teach using the Find Your Career Path tool.
- Identify one of the 4 program pathways that best suits you: integrated, traditional, residency, or intern.
- Research credential programs using the Program Pathways Dashboard and enroll in the program of your choice.
- Complete program requirements to earn your Preliminary Credential and start teaching.
- Complete induction to earn your Clear Credential.
Finish: You have arrived at your destination.
Funding Your Future
Future teachers may receive $10,000 while earning their credential, plus:
View Financial Support Options- Grants & stipends
- Student loan forgiveness
- More financial support
Real Teachers. Real Impact.
I bring my authentic self into the classroom so my students can see what’s possible.
What’s it like to change lives for a living? Hear from real teachers shaping California’s future in the classroom.
Support Every Step of the Way
Find answers, guidance, and resources to explore teaching in California.
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Support Every Step of the Way
Find answers, guidance, and resources to explore teaching in California.
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