TeachStart

At TeachStart, we know our communities are rich with people who can be great teachers - if we just give them the boost they need. We are proud to be part of the Bay Area Teacher Pipeline Collaborative, a group dedicated to providing more Bay teachers that boost into the classroom. Today, the Collaborative is launching a referral tool that all can use to refer and connect any aspiring or current educators to resources that can benefit them in their journey. Please share widely! TeachStart Beatrice Viramontes Teach For America Lorena Chavez Aim High Jesús Galindo Black Teacher Project Micia Mosely Kingmakers of Oakland Latinos for Education José Maga?a Rivet School Jeff Manassero Urban Ed Academy Dr. Kai Mathews

We asked past TeachStart cohorts to share their thoughts on Foundations Training—our one-week long training that requires Fellows to workshop through real-life classroom scenarios, collaborate with their cohort, and receive constructive feedback about their teaching. Their testimonials remind us why our leaders and instructors put in countless hours to build a strong, supportive community where aspiring teachers grow together. Check out our comments to read more of what our Fellows have to say! ??

In the U.S., we face more than a shortage of teachers - we face a shortage of well-prepared teachers. That’s why TeachStart goes beyond creating an accessible pathway to teacher certification. Before TeachStart Fellows step into a classroom, they complete a 5-day Foundations Training, an intensive, facilitator-led training designed to be applicable, realistic, and equitable. What makes Foundations Training truly transformative? It’s the shift from learning alone to growing together. Fellows get the opportunity to collaborate with a supportive community of Fellows, sharing challenges, and cheering each other on every step of the way. Through Foundations Training, our program TeachStart empowers aspiring educators, equip them with the essential skills and strategies to excel in the classroom, and foster confidence in their teaching journey. Looking for more benefits of joining TeachStart? Check out our blog ???https://lnkd.in/gdNDKtCW

TeachStart provides an accessible pathway to earning a lead teaching certification while substitute teaching full-time. But we knew stepping into any classroom - sub or not - requires preparation. We needed people to feel ready before day one. This is where Foundations Training comes in. Our very own Naama Wrightman, Global Head of Learning & Development, dives into the issue we are helping to solve. ?? “Imagine stepping into a classroom for the first time with 30 pairs of eyes looking to you for guidance—but no training to back you up. This is the reality for most substitute teachers. No preparation, no support—just a feeling of being unprepared and unconfident. At TeachStart, we knew that had to change. That’s why we created Foundations Training: a one-week, facilitator-led training that includes synchronous group activities, and collaboration through real-world classroom situations. Through a mix of training and mindset-building, we help Fellows develop the skills and confidence they need to serve students and make an impact from their first day as a substitute teacher. Our Fellows don’t just feel prepared at the end of training—they’re motivated and eager to step into the classroom.” What are some ways educators can be more supported on their teaching journey? Let us know in the comments ??

While CA's pool of new teachers continues to shrink per EdSource, TeachStart keeps growing. We'll contribute more than 2% of CA's new teachers this year, and we're not yet 3 years old. That's because Californians still want to become teachers - they just need pathways in that work for working adults.

Wait—wasn’t Foundations Training always part of TeachStart? Absolutely! But here’s the thing: we haven’t talked much about WHY we built it the way we did and HOW it gets Fellows ready for the classroom. So let’s talk about it… Once you start the TeachStart program to become a lead credentialed teacher, you’re required to attend a 5-day training called Foundations Training. WHY did we create this required Foundations Training in the first place? ???Substitutes play a critical role that makes an impact on students, yet they often receive little to no training. We believe they should receive training before entering the classroom. ???Substitute teaching can be isolating. Self-administered training loses the collaboration that teachers need to grow in their journey, so we created a community-based learning environment. HOW does Foundations Training turn Fellows into classroom-ready educators? ???While Fellows receive essential lessons in classroom management, we take the next step and have them collaborate with their peers through breakout rooms, feedback loops, and classroom scenario role-play. ?????Fellows are able to learn from one another, build a supportive community, and grow in their journey to becoming credentialed teachers. ???We invest time to create curriculum that equips educators with culturally responsive teaching mindsets and skills to create inclusive classrooms, regardless of race/ethnicity, culture, gender, language, and disability. Drop a ?? in the comments to show support for all aspiring educators out there!!

TeachStart is heading to ??PHILADELPHIA, PA Our program lets aspiring educators kickstart their teaching career with: ???Financial support available to cover start-up costs ???1-on-1 guidance from your dedicated consultant ???Get real-life experience working in the classroom Learn more about our low cost way to get your teaching credential ???teachstart.org #teachstart #teachercredential #futureteachers

Exciting News!??? We are honored and thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the QS Reimagine Education Award! ?? We've been selected for the impact we're making through our innovative substitute-to-certification pathway. This year, we're operating across 5 states and will bring on 500 new teachers, 2/3 of them identifying as people of color. Learn more about our work at www.teachstart.org and about the Reimagine Education Awards at the Finalist Ceremony in London https://lnkd.in/eYcPhVi ?? ? #QSReimagine #EdTech #Innovation

Don’t leave your regular teacher empty handed! When you’re the substitute teacher just for the day, we recommend leaving a sub note to keep your regular teacher in the loop! This will: ???Easily let the teacher pick up where you left off ???Allow you to express your appreciation ???Display your professionalism ???Demonstrate you were fully present ???Strengthen your relationship with the school Download ???to our free template - https://lnkd.in/djqMMDdE Happy teaching, Fellows ??

TeachStart’s Executive Director, Jenny Jordan shares how our program empowers the next generation of educators ???Our team is dedicated to providing hands-on support to our Fellows while they get their teaching credential! Our program now spans across 5 states: ?? California ?? Arizona ?? Louisiana ?? Pennsylvania ?? New Jersey Learn more about how we’re solving America’s teaching crisis ???? Visit us at teachstart.org ??