Arcadia Unified School District (AUSD) Induction Program
Induction Program
AUSD Induction Program prides itself on providing a rigorous and robust individualized program based on the needs of each candidate. Mentors and candidates work collaboratively to identify a learning path based on a self-assessment of the candidate’s needs. In creating this individualized plan, mentors and candidates select from a broad range of professional development opportunities aligned to the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP).
Who can take part in the Arcadia Unified School District Induction Program?
AUSD proudly offers a California State Accredited Professional Clear Teaching Credential Program to contracted TK-12 general education and education specialist teachers free of charge. As required by California state law, teachers must enter into an Induction Program within their first year of teaching under a preliminary credential. The AUSD Induction Program is a state-funded program of support for Preliminary Credential Holders and holders of out-of-state or out-of-country credentials to clear their California Credentials.
Admission Requirements
- Be a TK-12 general education teacher or education specialist currently contracted by AUSD
- Hold a preliminary credential requiring an Induction Program
- Agree to AUSD Induction Candidate Memorandum of Understanding
Induction Program Staff:
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Andrea Mendoza,
Coordinator of Instructional Integration
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Lorie Felippa,
Instructional Coach
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Kathrine Gearheart,
Office Assistant, Instructional Integration
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626-821-6611 amendoza@ausd.net
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626-821-8300
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626-821-8300 xt 6502
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