TEACHER PATHWAYS

The PEBC Teacher Residency program prepares people to have exceptional teaching careers through a hands-on licensure program. PEBC offers many pathways into the profession that support learning and rigorous preparation for the field. Discover which pathway is right for you.

Your path to an exciting career begins here

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Traditional Residency Pathway

Traditional Residents gain support from PEBC coaches as they work side-by-side with a mentor teacher in the classroom.

Must hold a bachelor's degree and be able to live and work in Colorado - no prior teaching experience necessary. Earn your teacher license in this one year program.

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Teacher of Record Pathway

Teachers of Record are supported by PEBC mentors and coaches as they serve as the sole teacher in the classroom.

Must hold a bachelor's degree, be able to live and work in Colorado - experience teaching in an educational setting. You'll be hired and paid by a school district during this 12-18 month program.

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Special Education Pathway

Program participants spend Year 1 working side-by-side with a mentor teacher in a general education classroom and Year 2 as a fully salaried Teacher of Record in a Special Education classroom.

Must hold a bachelor's degree, be able to work and live in Coloardo - no prior teaching experience required for the 2-year pathway. Classroom experience and an initial or professional license required for 1-year pathway. Earn teacher license and SPED endorsement.

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Pre-Bachelor's Pathway

The Pre-Bachelor’s pathway is designed for folks who will one day make great teachers and who need to start or complete a Bachelor’s degree. High school diploma or GED required.

Participants will be supported by AdvanceEDU coaches and complete their degree through an online accredited university, then receive priority admission into the Traditional or Teacher of Record pathway.

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New American Pathway

Program participants spend Year 1 enhancing their English language skills, classroom and technology skills and then start the PEBC Teacher Residency in Year 2 to obtain their teaching license.

Bachelor's degree (from any country) required. Intermediate English level required.

Information Sessions

Join us to learn about how to become a licensed teacher in the State of Colorado through the PEBC Teacher Residency! Our information sessions are specific to the different pathways we offer: Traditional Residency, Teacher of Record, Special Education, pre-Bachelor’s and New American. Not sure which pathway is right for you? Give us a call at 303-861-8661 or email [email protected]

Please note that registration for each session will close at 12pm on the day of the session.

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Visit out our FAQ page or reach out to the admissions team.

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