CTC Teacher Induction Overview
California has a two-tiered credentialing system for teachers. Preliminary programs prepare candidates to obtain an initial teaching credential through successful completion of required coursework, fieldwork, and a performance demonstration of their knowledge, skills, and abilities. The second tier of preparation is a two-year job-embedded individualized induction program that is focused on extensive support and mentoring to new teachers in their first and second year of teaching. (CTC, 2022).
For more information visit https://www.ctc.ca.gov/educator-prep/teacher-induction
Alumni Induction Scholarship
Support Summary
Alder Graduate School of Education is proud to invite you to apply for the Alder GSE Induction Scholarship. We offer a range of scholarships from $500–$2000 for alumni to successfully clear their credentials through induction programs. The purpose of the scholarship is to support alumni to clear their preliminary credentials, continue our mission of impacting students, and increase the eligible mentor pool to ensure the success of the Alder GSE residency experience. Selected awardees will be required to attend one 30-minute residency mentor information session offered by Alder GSE.
Application Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria prior to applying:
1. Be an alum of Alder Graduate School of Education
Awardees must meet the following criteria prior to scholarship distribution:
1. Demonstrate current and ongoing employment at an Alder K-12 partner school or district
2. Provide proof of enrollment in an induction program
Application Process
Induction Scholarship Application
Application Deadline
Deadline: September 30, 2023
Alumni Induction Scholarship
Fee Support Summary
To further support alumni interested in becoming a residency mentor, Alder is offering reimbursement up to $100 for the CTC cleared credential fee. Eligible applicants are currently employed at Alder K-12 partners and will need to attend an Alder mentor information session.
Application Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria prior to applying:
1. Be an alum of Alder Graduate School of Education
2. Demonstrate current and ongoing employment at an Alder K-12 partner school or district
Awardees must meet the following criteria prior to reimbursement:
1. Provide proof of payment for the CTC cleared credential fee. Note: fees paid in 2021 onward are eligible for consideration
2. Attend an Alder mentor information session.
Application Process
CTC Cleared Credential Fee Reimbursement Application
Application Deadline
Deadline: ongoing pending attendance of Alder mentor information session
If you have already cleared your credentials, and would like more information about becoming an Alder GSE residency mentor, please email alumni@aldergse.edu and we will put you in touch with someone who can assist you. Thank you for your interest!