Application Process Overview
The Santa Clara County Office of Education’s Teacher Residency Program, in partnership with Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), has a
two-part application process.
To be admitted into the program,
applicants must be accepted by both SCCOE and one of our three IHE partners. For those interested in the program, please carefully review all admission requirements, for both SCCOE and your IHE of choice.
It is recommended that you apply to an IHE partner only after receiving contingent admittance to SCCOE Teacher Residency Program.
Eligibility Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Foreign Equivalent by June 2026
- Interest in pursuing a career as a credentialed classroom teacher
- Ability to commit to four years of teaching service in California public schools upon program completion