SMCOE Teacher Residency at Alder GSE at South San Francisco Unified
About the Employer
Our Mission: In partnership with our community, South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) will provide exceptional instruction, engaging experiences, and equitable and accessible opportunities and resources to further support our diverse student body so that students are equipped to learn, thrive, navigate their future with purpose, and impact their community. The SSFUSD community includes 15 schools supporting 8,000 students in Daly City, San Bruno, and South San Francisco.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The free, short application for the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE) Teacher Residency at Alder GSE opens September 1st! The application deadline for Priority Round is October 9, 2026 and deadline for Round 1 is November 6th. This Fall, SMCOE is recruiting a cohort of teacher residents for the SMCOE Teacher Residency. This is an innovative and affordable pathway to a full-time teaching career in our community. Residents earn their Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in just one year through the Alder Graduate School of Education, while joining a supportive, mentor-based program with an emphasis on social justice and equity. After the year of residency, graduates receive priority hiring as SMCOE teachers. TUITION ~$23,970 tuition for class of 2026-2027 (final tuition set in the Fall for class of 2028) BENEFITS $41,250 stipend (Residents are not employees of the school) $10,000 Golden State Grant (via either the state or Alder) Additional funding for SPED candidates may be available Up to $5,600 in state/ federal grants Alder Tuition Scholarship of up to $10,000 Up to $20,500 in federal loans Priority hiring for a full-time position at SMCOE KEY ADMISSIONS DATES: Priority Application Deadline: October 9th, 2026 Fall Deadline: November 6th, 2026 Winter Deadline: February 5th, 2026 Spring Deadline: March 19th, 2026 *We will notify you if invited to the interview, 1-2 weeks after the deadline
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications -Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of June 2026 -A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred; under 2.65 GPA should still apply -Eligible to work in the United States, DACA, permanent residency, or U.S. citizen Details For the 2026-2027 Residency Cohort: SMCOE is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects Special Education Mild/Moderate Single Subject Math Single Subject Science Multiple Subject Multiple Subject Bilingual (Spanish) K-12 Partner is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities: Bayshore Elementary School District Belmont - Redwood Shores School District Jefferson Union High School District South San Francisco Unified School District Redwood City School District Ravenswood City Elementary School District San Carlos Charter School San Carlos School District San Mateo Union High School District
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications -Bachelor’s degree completed by the end of June 2026 -A grade point average (GPA) of 2.65 preferred; under 2.65 GPA should still apply -Eligible to work in the United States, DACA, permanent residency, or U.S. citizen Details For the 2026-2027 Residency Cohort: SMCOE is looking for qualified applicants in the subjects Special Education Mild/Moderate Single Subject Math Single Subject Science Multiple Subject Multiple Subject Bilingual (Spanish) K-12 Partner is looking for candidates to do the residency in the following cities: Bayshore Elementary School District Belmont - Redwood Shores School District Jefferson Union High School District South San Francisco Unified School District Redwood City School District Ravenswood City Elementary School District San Carlos Charter School San Carlos School District San Mateo Union High School District
Comments and Other Information
Please note: Admissions is on a rolling basis - Winter and Spring deadlines if positions are available.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Sebastian Franco at sfranco@aldergse.edu or schedule a time to meet with them through Calendly.
Comments and Other Information
Please note: Admissions is on a rolling basis - Winter and Spring deadlines if positions are available.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Sebastian Franco at sfranco@aldergse.edu or schedule a time to meet with them through Calendly.
Application Deadline
3/19/2027 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/7/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$41,250 stipend + $10,000 Golden State Grant
Length of Work Year
186 days
Employment Type
Temporary