Teacher Resident

The free, short application for the ICEF Public Schools Teacher Residency at Alder GSE is open! The application deadline, which is February 6th, 2026

ICEF Public Schools is recruiting a cohort of teacher residents for the ICEF Public Schools Teacher Residency. This is an innovative and affordable pathway to a full-time teaching career in our community. Residents earn their Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in just one year through the Alder Graduate School of Education, while joining a supportive, mentor-based program with an emphasis on social justice and equity. After the year of residency, graduates receive priority hiring as ICEF Public Schools teachers.

TUITION

$23,970

BENEFITS

$44,000 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school)

Reimbursement for testing and credentialing fees

Up to $15,000 in state and federal grants for residents from varying credential areas

Up to $55K in federal financial aid/loans and the opportunity to apply for scholarships

Master's Degree and Credential

Priority hiring for a full-time position at the school of residency

APPLY NOW:

Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:

Requirements / Qualifications

-Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of July 2026

-A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred, under 2.65 GPA should still apply

-Eligible to work in the United States, DACA, permanent residency, US Citizen

Details For the 2026-2027 Residency Cohort:

ICEF Public Schools is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects

• Multiple Subject/Elementary
• Single Subject Mathematics

ICEF Public Schools is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities:

• Los Angeles (South La, Inglewood, Mar Vista)

KEY ADMISSIONS DATES:

Application Deadlines: February 6th, 2026

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Laura Hayes ( Director, Alder WIDE SoCal Teacher Residency)

Email: [email protected]

OR

Dala Alvarez (Alder Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment)

Email: [email protected] | Phone Number: 650-313-4679

or schedule a time to meet with them here calendly.com/dalaalvarez ​​​​​​​