Teacher Certification Pathways: Residency, Fellows, and Bachelor's Programs

What You'll Receive

• Real Classroom Experience: Gain meaningful hands-on experience as you prepare to become a certified teacher.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Learn from experienced educators who support your growth throughout the program.
• Multiple Certification Pathways: Choose the option that best fits your education, experience, and career goals.
• Support Beyond Certification: Continue growing through coaching, professional development, and a connected community.

Choose Your Pathway

Bachelor's Track

Finish your bachelor's degree while working in a school and preparing to pursue teacher certification.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree or 60+ college credits
• Must be employed at a Kansas City partner school

Residency

Learn alongside an experienced mentor teacher while earning your teacher certification.

Requirements:

• Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Must be eligible for employment at a partner school

Fellows

Earn your teacher certification while continuing to serve as the lead teacher in a classroom.

Requirements:

• Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Must be the teacher of record and have completed a minimum of five months of lead teaching experience before the start of summer programming
• If you are not currently teaching at a partner school, you must be hired by a partner school before the start of summer programming