Become a teacher in California

Make the difference of a lifetime.

Teach.

California needs teachers! This site helps you understand the steps,
make a career plan, provide guidance for finding a program, and finding financial aid!

Six Steps to Become a Teacher!

Learn what it takes to become a teacher!

Make and Follow Your Career Plan

Plan your next steps to becoming a teacher by creating a Career Plan.

Find the Right Teacher Preparation Program

In 3 easy steps, find the right program for you!

Find Financial Aid

How do you plan to pay for your education?

Understand the

Requirements

for becoming a teacher in California.

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Are there preparation programs that allow you to work while fulfilling credential requirements?

ANSWER: Yes! CTC-approved intern programs are one type of alternative certification option. Participants work as paid teachers during the day and take classes at night, on weekends, etc.

What are the various types of teaching? We have a page about that!

Visit our page that provides the various types of teaching credentials in California.

Find a Teaching Job!

Have Questions?

Check out our Virtual Advisor and F.A.Q. pages!