TRG Residency Grant Application

TRG Residency Grant Application JobID: 959 Position Type: Internal Applicants/TRG Residency GrantDate Posted: 11/6/2026Location: Multiple Locations Closing Date: 02/26/2027 Additional Information: Show/HideWe are excited to announce BUSD's Teacher Residency Program in partnership with Notre Dame de Namur University What is the Teacher Residency Program?This program is for people interested in becoming a multiple-subject (grades K-6) or Special Education (mild/Mod or Extensive Support Needs) teacher in our local community. This program supports candidates in obtaining their respective credential through coursework and fieldwork in our local schools. Teacher residents will work in one of our schools during the school year with support from experienced mentor teachers in schools throughout Far East Contra Costa County. They will gain hands-on experience in lesson planning, classroom management, and student support.FECCC's partnership with Notre Dame de Namur University will combine a yearlong classroom apprenticeship with an aligned sequence of coursework. Teacher residents will earn a credential upon completion of the program.This program is a collaboration between our local school districts and Notre Dame de Namur University. Therefore, you must apply to both the District LEA application and Notre Dame de Namur University to be eligible for this program. If you have not done so already, be sure to apply to Notre Dame de Namur University using this link. https://apply.ndnu.edu/?_gl=1*1lxqyv8*_gcl_au*MTAwNTIyODI3OS4xNzY3OTEwMDkxFECCC TRG: https://sites.google.com/brentwood.k12.ca.us/fecccteacherresidencygrantprog/homeBenefits of the Teacher Residency Program:Stipend of $30,000 for tuition and expensesAttend Notre Dame de Namur University coursework at Brentwood Union School District site locationsHigh-caliber mentor teachers for each resident teacherIndividualized support and mentorshipGuaranteed substitute work two days per weekPriority interview opportunities and potential early offer agreementsProgram HighlightsCredential Options: Multiple Subject, Mild/Moderate Special Education, or Extensive Support Need Special Education.Structure:Co-teaching 3 days/week in a Teacher Residency Grant SchoolEvening coursework held locallyCohort-based model with faculty supportFinancial Support: Additional NDNU Scholarships and tuition assistance availableHiring Priority: Strong pathway into full-time roles in Brentwood USD