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The Urban Teacher Residency is a cutting-edge apprenticeship- and cohort-based program for individuals with a deep commitment to teaching and a strong interest in urban education. Working from the model of medical residencies, the UTR provides intensive classroom experience with a mentor teacher, and three years of induction and professional development support after graduation. Residents receive a $55,000 living stipend to help cover the cost of graduate tuition at Montclair State University while enrolled in the 18-month program. Residents who successfully complete the program will earn a dual New Jersey P-3, K-6, or P-12 subject area and TSD teacher certification and their Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Graduates of the UTR are required to make a three year commitment to teach in the Newark or Orange Public Schools.
High school GPA of 2.8/4.0 (US grading scale), Interview with Admissions Representative, Test scores: TOEFL minimum required score of 83, IELTS minimum required score of 6.5 overall band. Letter of Intent/Statement of Purpose, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Resume/CV and Sample research/writing sample. 
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