Education for Change Public Schools Teacher Residency at Alder GSE
Our program is based on a residency model that combines immersive hands-on practice in the classroom with educational theory and research in both seminars and online. It takes place in partnership with K–12 schools in historically underserved communities, and 97% of our graduates obtain full-time teaching positions after completing the program.
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My favorite aspect of the Alder residency is that you are a real co-teacher for the entire school year. This allows you to build amazing relationships with your students and families, as well as colleagues. You really become a part of your school community.
— Anita Rodriguez, Alum
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Single Subject: Math
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Single Subject: Science
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Single Subject: History
In this residency year you will:
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Earn your Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in one year.
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Apprentice four days a week with an expert teacher in your residency school.
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Learn within a cohort of peers with whom you will work (and laugh) with all year, paving the way to becoming lifelong friends and colleagues.
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Engage in critical conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion with your mentor, instructors, and peers.
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Receive priority consideration for a full-time position upon completing the program.
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Do all of this at a cost that is affordable and includes financial support.
We're looking for qualified applicants in the following areas:
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Single Subject: English
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Multiple Subjects (TK-8)
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Ed Specialist
Partner With Alder Graduate School of Education
Current Recruiter Contact
Alder GSE welcomes both recent college graduates and career changers.
COSTS & FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Program & Living Costs:
2021-2022 Tuition
Test Registration Fees
Credential Fees
Live Scan and TB Fees
Books
Health Care Costs
Tuition for 2022-23 Cohort was $20,500
Tuition for Cohort 2023-24 will be set by December 2022
Approximately $1,000 depending on the number of tests a student takes
$200
$200
$200
$0-$3,000 depending on Health Care Plan
Financial Support:
Amounts of financial support vary; below are representative ranges:
Living stipend
Federal financial aid (loans for tuition and living expenses)
Test registration fee support & credential test preparation support
Grants and scholarships
Excellent preparation and priority consideration for a paid, full-time teaching position upon successful completion of the program
Joining the ATR program was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
— Shawna Koga, Alum and Mentor
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