Become a teacher in California

Make the difference of a lifetime.

Teach.

California needs teachers! This site helps you understand the steps,
make a career plan, provide guidance for finding a program, and finding financial aid!

Six Steps to Become a Teacher!

Learn what it takes to become a teacher!

Make and Follow Your Career Plan

Plan your next steps to becoming a teacher by creating a Career Plan.

Find the Right Teacher Preparation Program

In 3 easy steps, find the right program for you!

Find Financial Aid

How do you plan to pay for your education?

Understand the

Requirements

for becoming a teacher in California.

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News

What do California’s Distinguished Teachers say about this amazing career?

Visit our Distinguished Teacher's page understand some things when making your decision.

New Options to Meet Basic Skills Requirement

Have you heard? There are new options for meeting the basic skills requirement to become a teacher in CA. Learn more!

Find a Teaching Job!

Have Questions?

Check out our Virtual Advisor and F.A.Q. pages!