WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

The TEACH-LEAD San Diego Teacher Residency Program offers aspiring educators a pathway to becoming credentialed teachers through a year-long, hands-on teaching experience in San Diego Unified School District. Residents co-teach alongside experienced mentor teachers while developing their instructional skills, equity consciousness, and culturally sustaining teaching practices. 

With financial support, personalized guidance, and opportunities to pursue various credential areas, the program is committed to growing a diverse workforce of educators who reflect and serve our community. Interested in learning more? 

Join one of our upcoming virtual information sessions from 4:00–5:00 p.m. to explore the program, eligibility requirements, and how to get started. Sessions will be held on January 15, January 21, February 4, and February 10. Each session covers the same information, so choose the date that works best for you!

SDUSD partners with Reach University so employees without an undergraduate degree can earn one — while keeping the job and paycheck they have now. The out-of-pocket cost for the Bachrolor of Arts in Liberal Studies program is just $75/month ($900/year) after scholarships and aid. 

The Spring 2027 Application is now open! To apply, you will visit apply.reach.edu. The deadline to apply is November 2, 2026. Next Info Session: October 21, 2026

B.A. in Liberal Studies: Finish your bachelor's while working as a para, instructional aide, or CTE teacher. $75 a month out of pocket cost after scholarships & aid — no student loans.

LENGTH: 2–4 years, based on credits you already have

YOU NEED: A high school diploma or equivalent, and 15 hours a week working with students in an academic setting.