What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hemet USD Teacher Residency Program position at Hemet Unified School District?
Hemet Unified School District is one of the largest geographic areas of any district in California. It covers over 650 square miles of very diverse topography; from valley flatlands to foothills to mountains. It serves a growing community with a current enrollment of nearly 21,000 students. Preschool centers at nine school locations, eleven elementary schools (K-5), three elementary/ middle schools (K-8), four middle schools (6-8), four comprehensive high schools (9-12), one continuation high school (11-12), a science-based charter Middle/High School (6-12), an Adult Education Center, Independent Study Programs, a Home School Program, and a self-paced online instruction program offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for students of all ages.
Educational programs are designed to be flexible enough to provide a positive educational environment for all students, yet structured enough to ensure attainment of the California Content Standards and A-G requirements. Students also are encouraged to use whatever creative talents they possess. With the support of the community, school staffs have developed highly successful programs in music, agriculture, and athletics. The free, short application for the Hemet USD Teacher Residency at Alder GSE is now open for the 2026-27 school year! The priority application deadlines are October 10, 2025 and November 3, 2025.
This Fall Hemet USD is recruiting a cohort of teacher residents for the Hemet USD- Alder GSE Teacher Residency. This is an innovative and affordable pathway to a full-time teaching career in our community. Residents earn their Master’s Degree and Teaching Credential in just one year through the Alder Graduate School of Education, while joining a supportive, mentor-based program with an emphasis on social justice and equity. After the year of residency, graduates receive priority hiring as Hemet USD teachers.
APPLY NOW*: https://aldergse.edu/apply/
*Only applications submitted through the Alder website will be considered, please do not submit through EdJoin
Alder Teacher Residency Program Details:
https://aldergse.edu/academic-programs/masters-credential-teacher-residency/
BENEFITS
$10,000 living stipend (Residents are not employees of the school)
Master's Degree and Credential in 1 year
Up to $15,000 in state and federal grants for residents from varying credential areas
Up to $46K in federal financial aid/loans and the opportunity to apply for scholarships
Paid Testing supports including test prep
Priority hiring for a full-time position at Hemet Unified School District
Salary : $15,000 - $46,000