Preliminary with Restrictions
If you are a LANCSD or EUSD Induction Candidate, please see the Google Classroom: Induction With Restrictions Classroom
If you have not signed up for this please do so!
TPA Support Classes offered by Lancaster-Eastside Teacher Induction Program
If you have any questions please reach out to the Induction program!
Please use this link for further information on TPA requirements, testing centers, and preparation information.
For Candidates and Mentors with questions or needing support for the CalTPA:
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Expanded CalTPA Virtual Office Hours for Preliminary Preparation and Induction Programs and Candidates
The CTC weekly virtual office hours include opportunities for preliminary preparation and induction programs and PS-VTW and EO candidates to interact directly with CTC staff and ask questions about the CalTPA. Sign-up is not required.
TPA Support
Performance Assessment Online Teaching Support Webinars Archived on CTC’s YouTube Channel
CTC offered a series of Online Teaching Support Webinars to support performance assessment faculty and candidates. Please share these webinar links with faculty and candidates who may be interested.
All webinars have been recorded and are now posted on the Commission’s YouTube Channel.
Expanded CalTPA Virtual Office Hours for Preliminary Preparation and Induction Programs and Candidates
The CTC weekly virtual office hours include opportunities for preliminary preparation and induction programs and PS-VTW and EO candidates to interact directly with CTC staff and ask questions about the CalTPA. Sign-up is not required.
Virtual Support:
PS-VTW and EO Candidates and Mentors:
Wednesdays beginning August 5, 2020 4:15- 5:00 p.m.
Mentor support for Candidates with Restrictions
LLI Mentor training opportunities
Google Classroom access
Individualized support from Induction Facilitators
Please email us for times available to meet
RICA Support
The following RICA supports are available for Teacher Induction programs with candidates who need to complete the RICA exam:
RICA Examination Preparation
San Diego COE with Point Loma Nazarene University: A free RICA prep course for candidates who have not passed the RICA at https://www.sdcoe.net/human-resources/teacher-prep/Pages/RICA-Preparation.aspx to enroll at no cost.
Program Support for RICA
The webinar by Tulare COE on "Strategies for Coordinating Induction Support for RICA” is available here:
Slide Deck from Meeting: bit.ly/NTLDRICAslides
Tool link: bit.ly/NTLDRICAtool
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRjaJuIbamw&feature=youtu.be
RICA Video Opportunities:
The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (Commission) is providing the following COVID-19 related guidance for teacher preparation programs and credential candidates who choose to take the RICA Video Performance Assessment to assist candidates in successfully preparing and submitting RICA Video responses.
Candidates may complete the RICA Video in online settings provided they continue to meet all the requirements specified in the RICA Video Performance Assessment Information Guide and the RICA Procedures Manual. These requirements include the ability to submit equivalent sufficient video evidence of the candidate's knowledge and skills in the Commission-adopted RICA competencies. Preparation programs must work with candidates to determine the suitability of the online settings and continue to provide adequate support and supervision for candidates.
The following guidance is provided for candidates who are completing their RICA Video Performance Assessment in an online setting. This guidance is intended as a supplemental resource to the RICA Video Performance Assessment Information Guide and the RICA Procedures Manual. Candidates completing the RICA in an online setting must continue to meet all the assessment requirements as outlined in the guide and manual to ensure all requirements are met.
For Questions or Further Information regarding RICA Testing, Please Contact: PEARSON @
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