Teacher (Residency for Certification & Masters)
Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency (NCFTR) is a first of its kind program at Xavier University of Louisiana that trains the next generation of talented teachers who will expand opportunities for children across the city of New Orleans. This program is designed for individuals who are interested in a long-term career teaching in New Orleans but who have not yet pursued teacher certification.
This program offers aspiring K-12 educators a pathway into a career in teaching, combining targeted graduate coursework with on-the-job training through a teaching placement in one of our charter school partners. Over the course of their commitment to the program, residents will earn a Master of Arts in Teaching from Xavier University.
Who We Are: Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency (NCFTR) is a first-of-its-kind partnership between New Orleans charter schools and Xavier University of Louisiana. Through this unique and innovative partnership, we are training the next generation of talented teachers who will expand opportunities for children across the city of New Orleans.
Specifically, this program offers aspiring K-12 educators a pathway into a career in teaching, combining targeted graduate coursework with on-the-job training through a teaching placement in one of our charter school partners. Over the course of their commitment to the program, residents will earn a Master of Arts in Teaching from Xavier University.
Norman C. Francis Teacher Residents will become well-versed in the skills, habits, and beliefs necessary to be highly successful teachers and will channel these learnings in a real classroom, working alongside an experienced and high-performing teacher. This mentor teacher provides ongoing coaching and support to the resident as he/she builds skills in the classroom and will work hand-in-hand with the professors and staff at Xavier University to ensure the resident is continually growing and developing. In addition, the mentor teacher ensures the resident is acclimated to the school community in which he/she will teach.
Program Benefits to Participants
- Master of Arts in Teaching, including
- First year of tuition waived and the remaining tuition discounted
- All the coursework necessary for Louisiana teaching certification
- Mentorship and coaching from the University and the school placement site
- Intensive teacher training though hands on classroom experience
- A $25,000 stipend during the residency year to assist with living expenses
Minimum Requirements to Join the Program
- Bachelor’s degree (in any field of study) with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (if currently in school, expected bachelor’s degree by May 2023). NCFTR is unable to accept candidates with a Bachelor of Education.
- Deep commitment to New Orleans students and to providing them with the educational opportunities they deserve. Previous experience working in schools and/or urban communities is a bonus.
- Willingness to make a four- year commitment to teaching at one of our partner schools in New Orleans.
- Applicants do not need a background in education , or teaching certification – all experience levels and backgrounds are welcome to apply.
- Applicants must be prepared to submit an application to the University’s Graduate Application, including 2 letters of recommendations, short answer questions, transcripts, passing Praxis score (**Praxis CORE is currently waived)
APPLY- Now Accepting Applications for Cohort 8 (2023-2024): https://nsno.formstack.com/forms/applyncftr
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Check out or website for more information : https://www.https://nolateacherresidency.org
NCFTR does not discriminate with regard to race, color, origin, gender, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. NCFTR is committed to seeking qualified applicants with disabilities and can provide reasonable accommodations during the application process and time of service upon request.