SIP Induction FAQs

Who is eligible to participate?

Full-time classroom teachers at school sites with CA Preliminary Credentials (Multiple, Single Subject or Ed Specialist Level 1) with induction requirements with full year contracts who work a minimum of 75% of the school year are eligible to enroll in the CCTC-approved SFUSD Induction Program. In some cases, a non-classroom teacher or a teacher who teaches less than full time has been able to enroll. Current interns who are enrolled in teacher preparation programs that partner with SFUSD are eligible to enroll in the intern support program, and teachers holding emergency permits are also eligible to enroll in our ET support program. Please note that Induction is a service SFUSD provides to full-time classroom teacher employees who need to clear their California teaching credential at no cost. Participation in the program is a condition of employment with SFUSD for both intern teachers and teachers on emergency permits. 

Is this support required?

Most teachers with a Preliminary General Education Multiple Subject/Single Subject Credential and Preliminary Education Specialist must complete a California approved Induction Program in order to apply for a Clear Credential. The California Standards for Induction stipulate that a teacher must enroll in the program the first year of their teaching. Teachers may check www.ctc.ca.gov to confirm, or contact an SFUSD credential analyst.

What is the goal of this program?

• To accelerate new teacher effectiveness through quality coaching and support in their first years of teaching
• To meet SFUSD goals and initiatives
• To improve teacher retention in SFUSD
• To increase student achievement
• To strengthen teacher leadership
• To recommend successful eligible candidates for a CA Clear General Education/Education Specialist/Level II Credential

In summary, what are the program elements for the candidates?

• Collaborate weekly with an assigned mentor for a minimum of 30 hours for the school year
• Use formative assessment tools to analyze data and reflect on teaching practices
• Submit evidence of collaboration at the end of the year, which includes the creation of an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and evidence of at least two instructional cycles showing growth toward the ILP

Where do I learn more about SFUSD’s new teacher support program?

Contact Caroline Satoda at satodac@sfusd.edu for questions and more information.