Elevate Teacher Resident: 2027-28 Cohort

Elevate Teaching; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $35k-$40k yearly

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Mentorship and coaching

Scholarships and financial aid

Job summary

The Elevate Teacher Residency in the Bay Area offers a one-year, paid path to a California teaching credential. Residents work at Elevate partner schools four days a week, co‑teaching with an experienced mentor and completing university coursework.

Participants receive coaching, participate in professional learning, classroom experience, and a paycheck while earning credentials and entering the classroom as capable first‑year teachers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree by June 2027.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (lower GPA considered with exemption letter).
• Subject Matter Competency via CSET or relevant coursework.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• TB clearance and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work at Elevate partner school 4 days a week for a full academic year, learning and co‑teaching alongside a mentor teacher.
• Co‑plan and co‑teach lessons that support diverse learning styles.
• Support individual students, small groups, and whole classes to provide differentiated instruction and create a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with mentor teacher and school staff to assess student progress and implement interventions.
• Engage with families and the community to foster relationships that support student success.
• Lead teach when mentor teacher is out of the classroom for trainings.
• Substitute teach in other classrooms as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and coaching with a cohort of peers.
• Complete university coursework and credential requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative

Commitment to equity

Openness to feedback

Experience with youth

Education

Bachelor's degree by June 2027

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Authorization to work in the U.S.

Job description

About The Elevate Teacher Residency

The Elevate Teacher Residency is a one-year, paid teacher credentialing program that combines hands‑on classroom experience, university coursework, and personalized coaching to support aspiring teachers on their path to the classroom. Developed in partnership with local schools and university partners, the residency places candidates in Bay Area classrooms as they earn their California teaching credential.

By developing diverse, community‑connected educators, Elevate helps build a thriving and sustainable educator workforce—ensuring more students learn from great teachers who understand and reflect their lived experiences, inspire them to reach their full potential, and set them on a path toward a bright future.

The Opportunity

Based on the apprenticeship model, teacher residents are placed at an Elevate partner school, co‑teaching and learning alongside an experienced mentor teacher for an entire academic year. The program blends on‑the‑job learning with integrated coursework through a partner university to earn a California teaching credential.

At the same time, residents engage in cohort‑based professional learning, receive job‑embedded, individualized coaching and feedback, and get ongoing support to build their instructional skills and confidence, complete their credential requirements, and be prepared to enter the classroom as a highly effective first‑year teacher.

As an Elevate resident, you will spend a full year learning from an experienced mentor teacher, gaining hands‑on classroom experience, and getting to know the school community, all while earning a paycheck and your credential. You will join a cohort of aspiring teachers who share your commitment to Bay Area students, and step into your own classroom on day one ready to lead.

What You’ll Do

• Work at an Elevate partner school 4 days a week for a full academic year, learning and co‑teaching alongside a mentor teacher.
• Co‑plan and co‑teach lessons that support diverse learning styles.
• Support individual students, small groups, and whole classes to provide differentiated instruction and create a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with your mentor teacher and school staff to assess student progress and implement effective interventions.
• Engage with families and the community to foster strong relationships that support student success.
• Lead teach when your mentor teacher is out of the classroom for monthly trainings.
• Substitute teach in other classrooms at your school (depending on school placement).
• Engage in ongoing professional development and coaching with a cohort of peers.
• Complete university coursework and all California credential requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary of approximately $35,000-40,000, plus benefits (Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits). Financial package details (hourly rate and benefits package) vary by school.

Plus:

• Personalized coaching and mentorship from an experienced teacher
• Access to scholarships, grants, and financial aid
• Priority hiring at an Elevate partner school

Credentials Offered

• Multiple Subject (Elementary): TK-5
• Single Subject (Middle/High School): Mathematics, Science, Social Science, ELA, Spanish, PE
• Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate)
• Bilingual Authorization
• Residents can also earn dual credentials (e.g. Multiple Subject + SPED, Math + Science, ELA + Social Studies)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree by June 2027
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (lower GPA considered with exemption letter)
• Subject Matter Competency Requirement met via CSET or relevant coursework
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• TB clearance and fingerprint clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
• Connection to, or commitment to teaching in, the communities Elevate partner schools serve (Richmond, Vallejo and Oakland).
• Openness to feedback and willingness to engage in continuous professional learning throughout the residency year.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children or youth in a classroom or educational program (strongly preferred, but not required).