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BUSD-SMC Teacher Residency Program

Teacher Residency Program

Brentwood Union School District is proud to partner with St. Mary's College to offer a teacher residency program for employees and community members seeking to earn their Bachelor's degree, Multiple Subject Credential, and Mild/Moderate Special Education Credential.

Click here to be added to our Residency Program interest list.

Multiple Subject Credential

Special Education (SpEd) Credential

  • 1 year program through St. Mary's College

  • Open to current classified employees

  • Tuition assistance/scholarship opportunities

  • Mild/Moderate SpEd Credential with ability to also earn your Bachelor's degree

  • All coursework takes place in Brentwood-no need to drive to Moraga

  • Tuition assistance/scholarship opportunities

  • Co-teaching 3 days a week with a BUSD mentor

  • All coursework takes place in Brentwood-no need to drive to Moraga

  • Sub-teaching 2 days a week

  • Work as a SpEd Aide while completing student teaching

More information:

If you are interested in the Teacher Residency Grant or like to learn other pathways to receive a teaching credential contact:

Emily Richards, Coordinator erichards@brentwood.k12.ca.us

Jackie Garrison, Secretary jgarrison@brentwood.k12.ca.us