San Marcos Teacher Residency Program at National University

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The San Marcos Residency Program provides hands-on teaching experience in collaboration with dedicated mentor teachers, allowing residents to build confidence and skills in a real-world classroom environment. Our program emphasizes reflective teaching practices, commitment to educational equity, and alignment with the Portrait of a Graduate. By joining, residents become part of a supportive community dedicated to cultivating the next generation of educators within San Marcos Unified School District.

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Program Highlights

$25,500 stipend from San Marcos USD
$1,000 toward induction costs
18-month credentialing and master’s program
Culture of support, innovation, and effective instruction
Pathway to full-time employment
Mentorship support

Applying for the San Marcos Program

Complete all requirements to enroll in a credential program (prerequisite classes may be planned for Summer 2024).
Complete weekly check-in surveys to monitor resident experiences and program improvements.
Obtain a 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit – Apply for the Emergency 30-day Substitute Teaching Permit through the SD County Office of Education. The SD County Office can guide you through this step in the most efficient way.
Certificate of Clearance – Apply online for this Certificate of Clearance on the CTC website. If you have a 30-day sub permit issued by CTC, you can skip this step and email your 30-day sub permit.

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Contacts for San Marcos Residency

Heather Hartzell, San Marcos Teacher Residency Coordinator
heather.hartzell@smusd.org
760-290-2993

McKayla Carpenter-Robertson, National University Teacher Residency Program Liaison
mcarpenterrobertson@nu.edu

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Upcoming Webinars or Interest Meetings

Workforce Education Solutions K-12 at National University is excited to provide online information sessions for prospective Teacher Residency Program students.

Topics include:

How to apply to the program
Program overview and requirements
Course schedule and time commitment
Stipend, grants, and scholarships

Why Choose National University?

San Diego’s largest private nonprofit university
Over 150+ Academic programs, including associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, plus credentials and certificates
Four-week classes offered on campus or online
Convenient class schedules and year-round enrollment
Transfer credits accepted at any time
Financial aid opportunities
Dedicated student support

About National University

Founded in 1971, National University is among the largest, private, nonprofit universities in California. With more than 240,000 alumni, National University is dedicated to making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging, and relevant to a diverse population of students.