The Collaboratory for Teacher Education at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education
Become a Teacher
Our teacher education programs prepare highly qualified teachers, ready to transform education using student-centered practices in a variety of school settings. All programs emphasize our commitments to diversity and equity, practice, and inquiry.
We offer multiple routes to a career in teaching. Use the tabs below to find the best program for you.
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Urban Teaching ApprenticeshipEarn initial Pre-K-12 certification in 10 months while apprenticing in an experienced teacher’s classroom in a wide range of schools in Philadelphia. |
Urban Teaching ResidencyEarn Pre-K-12 certification in 2 years while working as a teacher, teacher’s aide, or TFA Corps member in an urban school in Philadelphia. |
Independent School Teaching ResidencyBecome a teacher for grades 7-12 in an independent day or boarding school in a program that combines a 2-year, school-based fellowship with weekend and summer classes. |
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| Obtain PA certification | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Learn while working as an employee in a school | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Learn under the guidance of an experienced teacher | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Teach in an urban public or charter school | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Teach in an independent or private school | ✓ | ||
| Earn a master’s degree | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Submatriculate into an M.S.Ed. program* *A special option available to Penn, Bryn Mawr, Haverford, and Swarthmore juniors and seniors. |
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Upon completing your degree, you can continue your Penn GSE learning with additional certifications and certificate programs.
Additional PA Certifications |
Additional Penn Certificates |
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