Teacher Induction Program (TIP) FAQ
Reach University’s Teacher Induction Program strengthens schools by developing and sustaining highly effective equity-driven educators through personalized, collaborative mentoring. We cultivate reflective teaching practices, foster meaningful relationships, and provide holistic support to ensure both teachers and students are uplifted.
1. What is the Alternatives in Action (AIA) Reach Teacher Induction Program (TIP) facilitated by Reach University?
- A two-year (or one), job-embedded program that is focused on extensive support and mentoring to new teachers through individualized learning plans, inquiry cycles, and collaborative mentorship circles. Our teacher induction program is designed to meet updated California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requirements for clearing a Preliminary Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Educational Specialist Credential. What are the key features of the Induction Program?Fully online induction program (using Canvas LMS and meetings on Zoom)
- Alignment to the newly revised California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTPs)
- Support from mentors who are experienced educators
- Weekly meetings with your Collaborative Mentorship Circle
2. What is a Collaborative Mentorship Circle (CMC)?
Collaborative Mentorship Circles (CMC) are a job-embedded teaching and learning tool based around small group higher order discussions. CMCs are composed of 3 teachers and 1 mentor. CMC’s use the Reach Tutorial Method to strengthen the depth of understanding through dialogue and collaboration. The tutorial method affords candidates a space where they can translate their experiences of on-the-job learning into expertise through dialogue-focused, inquiry based teaching and learning.
Is the Teacher Induction Program fully online or are there in-person meetings?
The program is fully online and no face to face meetings are required.
3. How long is the program?
The traditional induction program is 2 years (4 semesters). Qualified teachers who meet certain requirements may be able to apply for the Early Completion Option to complete the program in one year (2 semesters).
4. What courses are required?
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Program Pathway |
Program Length |
Courses |
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Early Completion Option (ECO) ** Note an additional pathway application is required for this program pathway |
1 Year |
Fall: TIP 825 Spring: TIP 835 |
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Traditional 2 year pathway |
2 Years |
Year 1: Fall: TIP 825 Spring: TIP 835 |
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Year 2: Fall: TIP 925 Spring: TIP 935 |
Course descriptions can be found in the University Course Catalog.
5. What content and assignments will courses include?
The focus of the induction program is the California Standards for the Teaching Profession.
Course assignments include the Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) and Inquiry Cycles. Inquiry cycles consist of creating an inquiry question and SMARTE goal based on your chosen CSTP focal element, pre and post classroom observation, engaging in a chosen professional development and experienced teacher observation, implementing changes in your practice to meet your goal, and and an opportunity to document your growth and proficiency in the CSTPs. You will also have meetings with your collaborative mentorship circle each week with a specific focus to support your professional growth.