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.
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
t.mendinueto@pucschools.org
(818) 220-3958
Sarah Ballard Wiley, Learning and Engagement Coach
s.ballardwiley@pucschools.org
Stephanie Ramirez, Induction Facilitator and Compliance Coach
s.ramirez@pucschools.org
Claudia Castaneda, Credential Analyst
c.castaneda@pucnational.org
(818) 478-2136
“What are the requirements for admission into PUC Induction?”
“What does successful completion of Induction look like for the 21-22 school year?”
Year 1, Year 2, and Early Completion Option (ECO) Candidates create an Individual Learning Plan centered around an Inquiry Focus. All Candidates go through 2 cycles of inquiry each year they participate in Induction. Each cycle includes: Reviewing Data and Assessment, Research & Planning, and Instruction & Implementation. Skilled Mentors guide candidates through mentor observations, choice activities (observing colleagues, analyzing student work samples, and/or engaging in professional learning), a focus student research project, 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 participate in 1 year of Induction.
“I want to learn more about the PUC Induction program.”
For an overview of the program, check out the PUC Induction Informational Flyer.
For detailed information about the program, check out the PUC Induction Handbook.
“What is the cost for participating in PUC Induction?”
| Tuition 2022-23 | PUC Teacher | Partner Teacher |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Pathway (2 Years) | $2,000 per year $4,000 total | $2,500 per year $5,000 total |
| Early Completion Option (1 Year) | $2,000 per year | $2,500 per year |
| *Applications 2022-23 | PUC and Partner Teachers |
|---|---|
| Candidate Intake Form | $100 May be used towards the cost of tuition |
| Early Completion Option Application | $200 for Early Bird Due August 1st, 2022 $300 for Regular Due August 31st, 2022 May not be used towards the cost of tuition |
*All Application fees are non-refundable.
“I am interested in signing up for the PUC Induction 2022-2023 cohort.”
CLICK HERE for the Candidate Intake Form: Due June 30th, 2022 ($100 application fee).
“I am interested in applying for the PUC Induction Early Completion Option.”
ECO Program Criteria
“Experienced”
❏ The candidate must provide verification of at least two years of teaching experience (not including time as a student teacher)
“Exceptional”
❏ The candidate must receive a positive recommendation from a current or recent site leader or administrator via the PUC Induction Leader Recommendation form.
❏ The candidate responses to application questions must thoroughly address the topic/prompt and uploaded evidence must meet qualifying scores on based on the ECO rubric
Check out the PUC Induction ECO Policy.
CLICK HERE for the ECO Application.
“I want to learn more about what it means to be a PUC Induction mentor.”
Check out the PUC Induction Mentor Job Description and Application Process.
“I am interested in applying to be a PUC Induction mentor.”
CLICK HERE for the 22-23 school year Mentor Application.
“A teacher at my school site is enrolled for the PUC Induction program.”
Download and sign the PUC Induction Site Leader Agreement.
“A teacher at my school site applied to be a PUC Induction mentor.”
Complete the 22-23 Site Leader Endorsement for Induction Mentors.
“A teacher at my school site applied for the PUC Induction Early Completion Option (ECO).”
Complete the 22-23 ECO Site Leader Recommendation.
“I would like the teachers at my organization to participate in PUC Induction.”
We gladly welcome partnerships with other organizations in our solidarity to support teachers and ultimately the students that they serve. Please follow the steps outlined below to establish a partnership between your organization and PUC Induction.
Partner Intake Process for the 22-23 School Year
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:
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 for more detailed information on the Grievance Policy and Processes.