Boston Teacher Resident

Boston Teacher Residency (BTR), an AmeriCorps program, is a clinical teacher preparation program whose graduates support student achievement from day one and who stay in teaching, continuing to refine and improve their practice. Created in 2002 as a joint initiative between the Boston Public Schools and BPE, BTR was designed to meet the evolving needs of Boston’s children and families.

BTR prepares teachers in

• Elementary (grades 1-6)
• English (grades 6-12)
• Math and/or Computer Science (grades 6-12)
• General Science (grades 6-9)
• Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (grades 9-12)

Program Highlights

• Learn to teach in a collaborative and supportive environment with experienced educators
• Complete an integrated graduate curriculum designed and taught by BTR faculty
• Earn a low-cost M.Ed. granted by UMass Boston and an MA Initial Teacher License
• Participate in continued professional development and receive ongoing coaching after graduation

Minimum Eligibility: To apply for the Boston Teacher Residency program and receive AmeriCorps benefits, you must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree by the start of the program year for which you are applying
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident alien
• Agree to state & federal background checks

Financial Support

• BPE offers a no-interest loan for BTR program costs and reduced UMass Boston tuition
• May apply for additional financial aid and student loans through UMass Boston
• Eligible to earn an AmeriCorps Education Award ($7,395) upon successful completion of service

Other Benefits

• Health insurance coverage, including vision & dental
• Access to AmeriCorps service member training through the Massachusetts Service Alliance
• Student loan forbearance if eligible
• Food Assistance/SNAP benefit eligibility
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Networking opportunities with community and education leaders