Central Coast

Who We Are

MPC's Central Coast Teach Up is funded by the CTC's Teacher Credentialing Partnership Pilot Program Grant to help individuals with a short-term or provisional permit identify barriers and provide resources to facilitate the path to earn a teaching credential. Our goal is to facilitate the pathway towards credentialing to diminish the teacher shortage in our community.

How to Apply

Applying is easy! Please fill out our registration form, and our team will contact you to set up a meeting to discuss how Central Coast Teach Up can help you! Want more information? We offer bi-weekly info sessions! For accommodations or additional questions please email us at centralcoastteachup@mpc.edu. 

Program Benefits 

Our resources are catered to each participant to ensure their pathway to credentialing is simple. Participants of Central Coast Teach Up can take part in the following benefits and resources: 

  • Test Preparation 
  • Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction 
  • Mentorship 
  • Professional Development 
  • Technology Access 
  • Quiet Work and Study Space 
  • Credential Application Guidance
  • And many more!

Program Requirement 

The following are student expectations of Central Coast Teach Up participants. We will ensure you have the tools to succeed in your journey towards credentialing. 

  • Attend an introductory meeting with our Program Coordinator to develop an individualized Student Connection Plan. 
  • Commit to complete the pathway to becoming a teacher. 
  • Check in with our team to ensure your plan represent your needs. 

Partnerships

Central Coast Teach Up has partnered with Yuba Community College and Feather River College to create Teach Up California. Our goal is to provide state-wide resources to prospective teachers in California to ensure the pathway to credentialing is doable and simple. Locally, Central Coast Teach Up has partnered with CSU Monterey Bay, Alisal Union School District, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, North Monterey County Unified School District, and the Monterey County of Education!