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The Chicago Teacher Residency (CTR) offers a rigorous, one-year teacher training program designed for talented, committed professionals who passionately believe that all students deserve a quality education. Our master’s degree programs through DePaul University are designed to prepare you to teach in high-needs schools in urban Chicago communities. NO TEACHING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. 

CTR is a recognized leader in teacher training. The Residency is an intensive and supportive program that develops highly-effective teachers through master’s level coursework partnered with an in-classroom experience with guidance from expert coaches and mentors. By combining theory and practice, participants receive the tools they need to become successful educators in Chicago Public Schools and beyond. Upon completion of the master's degree program, residents will be fully licensed to teach in Illinois and will be placed in a full time teaching position in Chicago Public Schools and hold a Masters of Teaching from DePaul University. All in just one year.

Why Get a Master’s Degree?

  • Stay Competitive – A degree and experience though a nationally recognized program with over 20 years of success training teachers
  • Increased Salary – Earn a higher salary with a master’s degree in Chicago Public Schools
  • Make an Impact – Become a more effective teacher, and help provide quality education for all

During your residency year you can look forward to:

  • Graduate Level Coursework - Earn a Master of Education upon completion of the program
  • Urban Teaching Experience - Spend the year student-teaching in an extended clinical experience 
  • One-on-One Coaching & Mentorship - Receive personalized feedback and support from an expert and experienced
  • Job Placement -Assistance in the hiring process to obtain a position in high needs Chicago Public School 

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

As a resident, you will enroll at DePaul University. Tuition is approximately $20,000 for one year. All residents receive a $21,600 training scholarship (paid directly to you) which can be applied to tuition or used towards living costs. Child and health care benefits also available. 

Eligibility

All applicants must meet general admission requirements of DePaul University, as well as, additional requirements specific to this program including but not limited to: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree at the start of the program
  • Preferred GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale 
  • U.S. Citizen, national, or permanent resident

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to stoop occasionally, reach frequently, handle and finger objects occasionally, talk and hear constantly, frequent use of near visual acuity, and occasional use of far visual acuity. 

How to Apply

Submit an application at: ctrchicago.org/apply