Securing a program-aligned instructional role is a requirement to enroll in Relay’s teacher programs. In Colorado, the following roles are program aligned:
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Residency - Through the Relay Teaching Residency, talented and committed aspiring educators can launch a fulfilling career in teaching. The Residency provides a gradual on-ramp to teaching, as residents spend a full year embedded in the classroom of a Mentor Teacher before leading their own classroom in the second year. Through the Residency, Relay students will learn from experienced faculty and a network of peers, while earning a salary, a master’s degree, and/or teacher licensure. Program-aligned job titles for the Residency may include, but are not limited to, Teaching Resident, Paraprofessional, and Co-Teacher.
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Non-Residency - Relay offers non-residency programs that are designed to support educators in the field through graduate coursework and clinical experiences, with observation and feedback from Relay faculty with deep teaching experience. Through coursework, clinical experiences, and the support of Relay faculty and a school-based mentor teacher, Relay students will lead their own classrooms and develop the skills needed to help all children grow. They will also receive coaching and support from our team of experienced faculty to help them prepare them for state certification exams. Program-aligned job titles for the Non-Residency include Teacher of Record, Lead Teacher, Teacher.
Most of our partners are ready to hire now! Feel free to reach out to any of the schools listed below to inquire about open residency or non-residency positions.
MAT - Residents & Non-Residents
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Denver Public Schools - Paraprofessional Pathway
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Denver Math Fellows - Residency only
MAT - Non-Residents
MAT - Non-Residents, Alternative Route Certification, and Advanced Certification in Special Education
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Any teacher of record/lead teacher statewide at a district or charter school may apply to these programs.
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This lead teacher must meet the program and certification admissions requirements (i.e. Advanced Cert candidates must already hold CO general licensure).
Need additional placement support?
Our partner, TEACH Colorado, provides free support to anyone who’s thinking about becoming a teacher. When you sign up, you get perks like 1-on-1 coaching, up to $100 back in fee reimbursements (including certification exam costs) and a chance to win a regional $1,000 scholarship.
To capitalize on the fee reimbursement, you just have to create a TEACH Colorado account here before you apply to Relay. Once you have subscribed to TEACH Colorado and applied to Relay, you can submit your fee reimbursement here and apply for the TEACH Colorado scholarship here!
Have you secured a program-aligned instructional role at a school, district, or network that is not listed here? Email [email protected] for details and check out our New Partner Process here.
Relay partners with Teach for America in Colorado. Please click here to learn more about this partnership.
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