Become a teacher in California

Prepare to teach special education!

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Looking for a teaching job?

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Teach Special Education!

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Become a Teacher!

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Seeking financial aid?

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Teach Special Education!

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Become a Teacher!

Make your career plan.

Looking for a teaching job?

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Make the difference of a lifetime.

Teach.

California needs dedicated teachers—start your journey, find programs, and explore financial aid!

Get Started as 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 you familiar with the three main types of teaching?

They are Elementary, Secondary and Special Education. Check out our Types of Teaching page, which explains the requirements for becoming a teacher and links to helpful videos.

Do you have questions about becoming a teacher? How convenient because we have answers! Check out our FAQ page.

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions section and learn more about becoming a California teacher.

Have Questions? Find answers on our FAQ page