CMS Teaching Residency

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    Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS)? If you're eager to inspire and empower the next generation but haven't obtained a teaching license yet, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

    Introducing CMS Teaching Residency – an accelerated and cost-effective pathway to start your career as a dedicated CMS teacher. By joining our program, you'll not only bring your unique talents, resilience, and commitment to our vibrant community but also gain the necessary expertise to help students unleash their full potential.

    Take the first step towards a rewarding teaching career with CMS Teaching Residency. Make a lasting impact while honing your skills and shaping the future of education. Together, let's create a brighter tomorrow for our students.

    Ready to embark on this fulfilling journey?

    Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!


    Introducing CMS Teaching Residency: Your Path to a Rewarding Teaching Career!

    The CMS Teaching Residency offers an alternative route to obtaining a teaching license. Our program focuses on recruiting teachers for specific areas, including:

    • Birth through Kindergarten
    • Elementary K-6
    • Exceptional Children (General and Adaptive Curriculum)
    • Multilingual Learner
    • Secondary English/Language Arts (Middle & High School)
    • Secondary Math (Middle & High School)
    • Secondary Science (Middle & High School)
    • Secondary History/Social Studies (Middle & High School)

    BENEFITS OF CMS TEACHING RESIDENCY

    As a resident teacher, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced educators in CMS schools while earning your teaching license through an accelerated program. This unique experience not only allows you to develop and showcase your skills as a teacher but also gives you the chance to network with professionals in the field.

    At CMS Teaching Residency, we believe that great teachers are the key to unlocking students' full potential. That's why our program focuses on providing residents with hands-on training and support from experienced mentors who are dedicated to helping them grow into effective educators.

    Through our residency program, you'll have the opportunity to learn and apply evidence-based teaching strategies, create engaging lesson plans, and gain valuable classroom management.

    To discover more about alternative licensure pathways, simply click here to sign up for the upcoming webinar.

    So why wait? The application for the Teacher Alternative Licensure Pathway in all subjects is now open! Click the "How to Apply" tab above!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Am I eligible to apply to the program?

  • How long does the program last?

  • How much does the program cost?

  • What will my salary be?

  • Is there financial support?

  • If I'm admitted to the program, am I guaranteed a job?

  • What will I teach?

  • When will I be fully certified to teach?

  • Will I be able to work during summer pre-service training?

  • How do I know what test is required for the area I am interested in teaching?

  • What if I have an expired lateral entry license, and did not met the coursework and testing requirements to convert to a Continuing Professional License (CPL)?