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Boston Teacher Residency

Boston Plan for Excellence (BPE)
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BTR is accepting applications for Cohort 24!

Priority Admissions Deadline: November 13th

Apply today (bpe.org/boston-teacher-residency/program/apply/)

Boston Teacher Residency (BTR), an AmeriCorps program, is a clinical teacher preparation program whose graduates support student achievement from day one and who stay in teaching, continuing to refine and improve their practice. Created in 2002 as a joint initiative between the Boston Public Schools and BPE, we designed BTR to teach in Boston Public Schools. 

Submit your Contact Info Form today to start the application process or learn more. 

Program Highlights

  • Co-teach in a collaborative and supportive teaching and learning environment under the guidance of experienced educators and instructional coaches
  • Complete an integrated graduate curriculum designed and taught by BTR faculty, with a specific focus on preparing educators for Boston Public Schools 
  • Earn a low-cost M.Ed. granted by UMass Boston and an MA Initial Teacher License
  • After the residency year, receive 3 years of continued professional development and receive ongoing coaching & mentorship
  • As of School Year 2025-26, we have 22 cohorts of graduates teaching in Boston Public Schools -- over 800 BTR-trained teachers

Financial Support

  • $0 up front BTR program cost, only pay once you're a teacher of record
  • Reduced UMass Boston tuition
  • Receive a living stipend [$20,000 (pre-tax) paid bi-weekly]
  • May apply for additional financial aid and student loans through UMass Boston
  • Eligible to earn an AmeriCorps Education Award ($7,395) upon successful completion of service

Should I apply? You don't have to have teaching experience, but you do need to have

  • Belief in Students – You see the brilliance in every child and hold high expectations for their success.
  • Commitment to Boston – You’re ready to root your teaching career in Boston and bring experiences that connect you to our communities.
  • Growth & Adaptability – You embrace feedback, learn from challenges, and thrive as part of a team.
  • Passion for Teaching & Content – You love your subject and are excited to spark that same joy and curiosity in students.

Other Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage, including vision & dental
  • May be eligible for Student loan forbearance
  • Food Assistance/SNAP benefit eligibility
  • Childcare assistance if eligible