The CMS Teaching Residency is an intensive teacher preparation program dedicated to cultivating exceptional educators for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Our mission is to prepare skilled, classroom-ready teachers who are passionate about excellence in education. By combining practical experience with theoretical learning, our program provides a strong foundation for educators to make a meaningful and lasting impact in CMS classrooms.
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WHY CHOOSE CMS TEACHING RESIDENCY?
The CMS Teaching Residency is more than a pathway to the classroom, it’s a transformational year of professional learning, mentorship, and real-world teaching experience. Our program is designed for career changers and aspiring educators who want to make a lasting impact in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
Residents earn a teaching license while receiving personalized coaching, expert-led coursework, and a paid residency placement in a CMS classroom. With a strong network of support and a focus on excellence, you’ll be prepared to lead your own classroom and shape the future of education in our district.
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IN-DEMAND TEACHER CERTIFICATIONS
The CMS Teaching Residency offers an alternative pathway to earning your teaching license. Our program focuses on preparing educators to excel in high-demand subject areas, providing specialized training and support to meet the needs of targeted content areas such as:
Birth through Kindergarten
Elementary K-6
Exceptional Children (General and Adaptive Curriculum)
Multilingual Learner (ML)
Secondary English/Language Arts (Middle & High School)
Secondary Math (Middle & High School)
Secondary Science (Middle & High School)
Secondary History/Social Studies (Middle & High School)
APPLY NOW to start your teaching journey with the CMS Teaching Residency program!
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