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Ready to Start Your Teaching Journey? Apply to the CMS Teaching Residency Program Today!
Become a Licensed NC Educator!
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of CMS students? Take the next step in your teaching career and become a fully licensed North Carolina educator. Our dedicated recruitment team is here to help you succeed and grow into an effective, full-time teacher.
Bring your passion, talent, and dedication to our community, and we’ll equip you with the skills needed to help students unlock their full potential. If you’re passionate about increasing opportunities and outcomes for students, we want you to join our team!
How to Apply
To get started, you’ll need the following:
Your updated resume
ALL official degree-dated college transcript(s)
Praxis or Pearson test scores (if applicable)
Once you’ve gathered these documents, upload everything to the CMS Application online portal. If you already have a CMS application please login, click on "My Application" and review your application to make sure the below requirements are completed.
Make sure the "Applicant Type" has "Instructional" at the top of the application
To change or add an application type, click "Change Type" and check "Instructional"
Upload your official degree-dated transcripts from every college you've attended, including transfer credits, community college, and post baccalaureate coursework to the Attachments section of the application.
Click on each page of the application to ensure all information and requirements are updated/complete.
Apply here to begin the screening process.
Your application will be screened by a recruiter. In order to advance to the next step in the process, you must upload an official, degree dated transcript from every college you've attended, including transfer credits, community college, and post baccalaureate coursework. After we receive your transcripts you will be contacted with your eligibility.
Questions can be directed to alternativelicensure@cms.k12.nc.us.
Certification Requirements
If you’re accepted into the program, you must meet state certification requirements. This includes passing the state-required certification tests if you do not already have at least 24 hours of relevant coursework as determined by the licensure department. This will be noted in your eligibility email and your next steps enrollment email .
Join the movement to empower students and make an impact as an NC educator. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding teaching career!
CMS TEACHING RESIDENCY PROGRAM OFFERINGS
ENROLLMENT & Tuition Fees
The CMS Teaching Residency Program offers an affordable pathway to becoming a teacher, with clear and transparent costs outlined below:
Enrollment Fee:
$250 for CMS internal applicants (current employees).
$500 for external applicants.
This non-refundable enrollment fee is applied to your tuition balance.
Tuition:
$3,000 for the entire program for the 2027-2028 schoolyear
CMS Teaching Residency Financial Support:
Candidates accepted into the CMS Teaching Residency program may qualify for financial support through the CMS Foundation. This support is not a traditional scholarship you apply for. Each year, the CMS Foundation secures funds from private donors and determines scholarship eligibility and amounts based on the available funds, program goals, and vision.
Get $100 Reimbursed with TeachNC:
Looking to save money on the application and enrollment process? Good news! TeachNC offers up to $100 reimbursement for the cost of applying/enrolling in teh CMS Teaching Residency. Click HERE to begin.
State Certification Testing Fees: Certification exams required by the state start at approximately $140 per test, but fees may vary depending on the specific exam. Not sure which tests you’ll need to take? Download our testing guide for more details.
edTPA Portfolio Fees: The edTPA application, mandated by the state, comes with a $300 fee. If any portion of your portfolio requires resubmission, additional fees may apply.
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