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Now recruiting Paraeducators
Do you want to become a teacher?

A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell
where his influence stops. — Henry Adams

If you are a paraeducator assisting in a classroom or working in an after school program and want to become a teacher, Transition to Teaching (T3) for Paraeducators is designed for you. The path to becoming a teacher does not need to be confusing and difficult for the busy working adult.

To apply, contact Joelle Fraser, 510.670.7702; email para@acoe.org .

Grant Award Pays Up To $3500 for Tuition and Books

Thanks to a generous grant from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, paraeducators who commit to working toward their teaching credential will receive scholarships for tuition and books.

Designed for Working Adults

T3 for Paraeducators is an ideal choice for working adults to earn their B.A. degree and teaching credential without disrupting their lives. Classes are in the evenings, on weekends, and online. Course credit may also be acquired by attending focused week-long summer institutes and through structured paraeducator work experience.

Focused Academic Counseling

T3 for Paraeducators provides the focused counseling busy working students need to ensure a straightforward, coherent path toward a credential and a teaching contract.

Upcoming Test Preparation Courses for Paraeducators at the ACOE

CBEST and CSET Test Preparation Courses
Register for one of our CBEST or CSET test prep courses.

Relevant Coursework that Prepares You For Today's Classrooms

Distinguished education practitioners team with college instructors to ensure that you are well-prepared for the diverse linguistic, cultural, and socioeconomic challenges of today's public school classrooms.

Become Part of a Professional Learning Community

You will be introduced to a supportive learning community of other students like yourself which will progress into an invaluable support system once you become a credentialed educator.


Educational Services Division

Naomi Williams , Assistant Superintendent
Rachelle DiStefano, Director of Professional Development Programs
Joelle Fraser, Advisor, (510) 670-7702
FAX: (510) 670-3702, Email: para@acoe.org