Induction
PUC’S INDUCTION MISSION
The vision of the PUC Schools Induction Program is to support and develop beginning teachers’ pedagogical habits of inquiry, practice & reflection, and to develop a growth mindset, as they become competent, reflective teachers capable of preparing all students for college success.
Overview
The PUC Induction Program offers a two-year, individualized, job-embedded system of mentoring, support and professional learning to teachers who have a current preliminary General Education Multiple Subject, Single-Subject or Education Specialist credential and work within the PUC organization or a PUC partner school. All teachers are highly encouraged to begin Induction in the first year of teaching and continue to grow in their professional practice while guided by the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP), an Individualized Learning Plan (ILP), and an Induction Mentor.
Induction and the CA Clear Credential
The CA Clear Credential is the highest level of teaching credential attainable and is required to continue teaching in public schools in California. The simplified flow chart below shows the pathway to the Clear Credential. For more information, see https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets
To obtain a Clear Credential, Candidates must first have a Preliminary Credential and then participate in a state accredited Induction Program. PUC offers an Induction program that is tailored to the needs of PUC teachers and other charter school teachers. Candidates can also choose other state-sponsored Induction programs outside of PUC. Teachers have five years from the date of issuance to clear the Preliminary Credential. To check the status of your credential go to: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/lookup.html
PUC Induction Program Contacts
Trisha Mendinueto, Induction Coordinator
[email protected]
(818) 220-3958
Sarah Ballard Wiley, Learning and Engagement Coach
[email protected]
Claudia Castaneda, Credential Analyst
[email protected]
(818) 478-2136
Candidates
“What does successful completion of Induction look like for the 24-25 school year?”
Year 1, Year 2, and Early Completion Option (ECO) Candidates create an Individual Learning Plan centered around an Inquiry Focus. In one year, Year 1 Candidates will complete 1 inquiry cycle, while Year 2 and ECO Applicants will complete 2 inquiry cycles. Each cycle includes: Reviewing Data and Assessment, Research & Planning, and Instruction & Implementation. (Candidates who enter in the Spring start Inquiry Cycle #1 in January.) Skilled Mentors guide Candidates through mentor observations, colleague observations, choice activities (analyzing student work samples, researching a focus student, engaging in professional learning and/or video reflection), and inquiry data analysis all centered around the Candidate’s identified growth areas related to the CSTPS. Traditional Candidates participate in 2 years of induction, while ECO Candidates typically participate in 1 or 1.5 years of Induction.
*The elements highlighted below are optional for Year 1 Candidates and required for Year 2 and ECO applicants.
“I want to learn more about the PUC Induction program.”
Candidate Informational Meeting
Friday, July 12th 9:00-9:45 AM
“What is the cost for participating in PUC Induction?”
| Tuition 2024-25 | PUC Teacher | Partner Teacher |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Pathway (2 Years) |
$0 per year | $2,500 per year |
| Early Completion Option (1 Year) |
$0 per year | $2,500 per year |
| *Candidate Induction Form Application Fee | $0 |
$100
(may be used towards tuition)
|
| *Early Completion Option Application Fee | $0 | $300 |
*All Application fees are non-refundable.
“I am interested in signing up for the PUC Induction 2024-2025 cohort.”
Click HERE to sign up for the Fall Cohort: Due July 31st, 2024.
Spring Candidate Intake Form will be available in November: Due December 31st, 2024.
“I am interested in applying for the PUC Induction Early Completion Option.”
24-25 ECO Criteria Click HERE
ECO Application 24-25 Click HERE
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- Fall Application Due October 15th@4:00PM, 2024 ($300 application fee)
- Spring Application Due February 28th@4:00, 2025 ($300 application fee)
Mentors
“What are the responsibilities of a PUC Induction Mentor?”
“I am interested in applying to be a PUC Induction Mentor.
Click HERE for the Mentor Application 24-25 due July 31st
Site Leaders
“A teacher at my school site is enrolled for the PUC Induction program.”
Review the PUC Induction Site Leader Agreement 24-25 and complete the Agreement Form.
“A teacher at my school site applied to be a PUC Induction Mentor.”
Complete the 24-25 Site Leader Endorsement for Induction Mentors.
“A teacher at my school site applied for the PUC Induction Early Completion Option (ECO).”
Complete the 24-25 ECO Site Leader Recommendation by October 15th, 2024.
Partner Schools
“I would like the teachers at my organization to participate in PUC Induction."
The 24-25 Partner Intake Form will be sent out mid/late April.
Partner Intake Process
PUC Policies
Non-Discrimination Statement
PUC Schools is an equal opportunity employer. This means that employment decisions are based solely on qualifications and the organization’s needs for a specific position, and not on age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, race, color, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, genetic characteristic, physical or mental disability or any other status protected by California or federal law. Equal employment opportunity will extend to all persons in all aspects of the PUC – Team Members relationship, including recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, training, transfer, discipline, layoff, compensation, and discharge.
In accordance with the PUC Equal Employment Opportunity policy, PUC Schools makes all personnel decisions without unlawful discrimination, including decisions regarding the admission, retention or graduation of candidates, and decisions regarding the employment, retention or promotion of employees.
Grievance Policy and Process
All current and prospective stakeholders in the PUC Induction Program are hereby notified of a process for grievance due to the following situations, including but not limited to:
- Dissatisfaction with mentor pairing; see Mentor Candidate Reassignment Policy
- Dissatisfaction with the program
- Appeal of dismissal from the program
- Appeal of non-admittance into the Early Completion Option
If a PUC Induction participant is dissatisfied with the mentor pairing, the program elements, or requirements of the program, the person will direct their concern to the Induction Coordinator in writing and the situation will be explored. If the concern is related to Candidate/Mentor pairing, the procedures detailed in the Candidate/Mentor Request for Reassignment Policy will be followed. For all other concerns, the Induction Coordinator will contact the person making the request and if necessary, will meet with the involved parties to resolve the conflict and/or concern. Should the conflict and/or concern go unresolved, the Induction coordinator will present the concern to the PUC Induction Advisory Board for resolution.
Please see the PUC Induction Handbook 23-24 for more detailed information on the Grievance Policy and Processes.