Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you offer internships in History/Social Science, Physical Education, English,
Languages or Art?
Currently, the district supports internships in the following areas: math, science and limited music positions. - Do interns get to select which school they are assigned to?
All site placements are made by SDUSD Human Resources Department. - Am I eligible for the single subject program if I already hold a multiple subject credential?
Yes. However, you must complete all secondary program requirements in order to be recommended for a single subject teaching credential. - What if I obtained my BA/BS in a foreign country?
Degrees obtained from institutions outside the United States may be considered. Transcripts must first be evaluated by one of the approved California Commission on Teacher Credentialing organizations before submitting a detailed report to the intern office. These organizations can be found at the following website http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/accreditation-bodies.html. - Do you have an internship in Special Education?
The Special Education Intern Program is a separate program. They may be reached at (858) 539-5330.
- Does the Intern Program recognize education or methods courses from other institutions?
The Intern Program does not have reciprocity with other institutions. All coursework must be completed according to the program Professional Development Plan. - Do I have to take the CSET exams?
Unless your college coursework qualifies you for a waiver, you must pass tests I,II, III on the CSET exam. Contact your institution to request a waiver. - Can substitute teaching experience be substituted for program fieldwork?
Credit for substitute teaching has not been approved by The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the intern program and, therefore, cannot be accepted.
The Elementary Bilingual Teaching Fellows program is suspended. No multiple subject applications will be accepted.
The California budget crisis has changed the landscape of hiring for the 2008-2009 school year. As a result, the district does not anticipate the need to hire additional multiple subject bilingual teachers. A new cohort of interns will not begin this Spring.
The California budget crisis has changed the landscape of hiring for the 2008-2009 school year. As a result, the district does not anticipate the need to hire additional multiple subject bilingual teachers. A new cohort of interns will not begin this Spring.