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Teacher Preparation Institute (TPI)

Start your journey to becoming a teacher at the Teacher Preparation Institute! We guide and support students every step of the way—from selecting the right classes to planning a smooth transfer to a four-year university. Our goal is to help you earn your bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) and move forward into a teaching credential program in elementary, secondary, or special education.

Mt. SAC also offers an Associate Degree for instructional aides, a great pathway for students who want to begin working in education while continuing their studies.📚🍎

 

  • Orientation
    • The first step to becoming a member of the Teacher Preparation Center is to attend an Orientation Session. To find out the kinds of support and services provided to future teachers and aides who are in this program, attend a 60 minute Orientation. 

    Register for one of the sessions in our calendar.
     
  • Benefits of TPI
    • Support for future Educators and Instructional Aides
    • CBEST/CSET test and Livescan/TB testing reimbursement
    • Teacher related presentations
    • Specialized Teacher Prep Counselors
    • Transfer advisement appointments with Cal Poly Pomona, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State Los Angeles, La Verne University, and UCR.
    • Request an appointment for personalized assistance with CSU transfer application.
    • Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
     
  • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Step Up Tutoring
      In collaboration with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Teacher Prep is excited to announce a great volunteer opportunity: Step Up Tutoring.  Volunteers will work with LAUSD's underserved communities, virtually tutoring 2nd through 6th grade students.
    • Volunteer at Walnut Valley USD
      Walnut Valley Unified School District is currently seeking after school program volunteers for the 2025-2026 school year who can help ELD (English Language Development) students with their homework.