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 TK-12 partner school or district
2. Provide proof of enrollment in an induction program

Application Process
Induction Scholarship Application

Application Deadline
The application is closed for the 2023 scholarship. We will update this page when applications open for the 2024 Induction Scholarship.

Alumni Induction CTC Fee Support

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 TK-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!