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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News

Is there support for novice teachers? Yes!

California has an effective credentialing program to support novice teachers, which is called Teacher Induction. Learn about it on our new Induction page.

The Commission on Teacher Credentialing is MOVING!

After May 17, 2024, please direct all mail to the Commission’s new office location:

May Lee State Office Complex

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

651 Bannon Street, Suite 600

Sacramento, CA 95811

Find a Teaching Job!

Have Questions?

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