BTSA Induction supports teachers during their first two years of employment under a California credential. Ryan credential holders may and SB 2042 multiple or single subject credential holders must complete the program to earn a clear credential. Only teachers who are employed by participating districts are eligible to participate.

Intended Audience: New teachers and teachers looking to earn a clear multiple or single subject credential.
 

Who is eligible for BTSA Induction?
Teachers teaching for their first or second year under a California preliminary credential who are employed by participating districts are eligible to participate.

 

What are the critical features and benefits of this program?

  Participating teachers receive individualized support throughout
their first two years of teaching under the preliminary credential.
 
  Support is provided by a skilled Support Provider as well as through
BTSA Induction program activities and workshops.
 
  Teacher portfolios are used by Participating Teachers to focus on specific issues and assess their personal growth.
 
  Support Providers and Participating Teachers utilize reflective conversations to identify areas of strength as well as areas of needed improvement.
 
  All BTSA Induction programs activities are based upon the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP) which outline the numerous interconnected skills that comprise the professional practices of teaching.
 
  The relationship between the Support Provider and the Participating Teacher is a confidential one. No part of any BTSA induction assessment may be used as part of the formal district teacher evaluation process.
 
  College credit may be purchased for many BTSA Induction activities.
 
  Participating Teachers may earn their clear credentials through successful completion of the Induction program.

 
Program Requirements
 
  Attend BTSA Induction project training days.
 
  Work with a Support Provider at least six hours each month including access to your classroom for observations while you teach.
 
  Develop an Individual Induction Plan (IIP) each year.
 
  Complete a teacher portfolio by end of the year.
 
  Become involved in assessing your own teaching practice and developing strategies for growth.
 
  Complete all requirements of the BTSA Induction Program.


  

If you are interested in participating in the BTSA Induction program, contact your District BTSA Coordinator.

 


Comments from BTSA Beginnings Teachers...

 

"At a time when I was starting to drown, the BTSA lifesaver has been thrown my way.   I am hoping for valid information to support, challenge and assess me during the big year one."


"I never would have thought of creating an investigative portfolio if I hadn't
had BTSA, and it was a good thing!"


"The program has been very helpful.  Everyone involved was wonderful and supportive. Having a mentor allowed me to vent my concerns and frustrations.
This really helped. As a new teacher, I'm not really sure if what I'm doing is right.  Having someone give me feedback and suggestions helped me focus on the areas for improvement.  This program was great."
 

"BTSA has been a great part of my growing, teaching experience."