I always wanted to be part of a supportive and a diverse community and TEP is just that. My peers and I share a passion for transforming urban education and it is very encouraging.”
TEP Novice Year at University High School
Joint Mathematics Education Program – JMEP
In response to the shortage of highly-qualified secondary mathematics teachers, Center X also partners with UCLA’s Mathematics Department to engage seniors in the Joint Mathematics Education Program (JMEP). JMEP offers a way for UCLA mathematics majors to begin taking teacher-education courses in their senior year. The following year, they are employed as full time mathematics teachers with full salary in TEP partnership schools and work toward a master’s degree in education.
Questions About the Joint Mathematics Education Program
Science Teacher Education Program – STEP
In response to the shortage of highly-qualified secondary science teachers, Center X also partners with academic departments to engage UCLA seniors in the Science Teacher Education Program. The goal of Science Teacher Education Program (STEP) is to accelerate the timeline for highly qualified UCLA undergraduate science majors to become secondary level science teachers in public urban schools.
CalTeach
The CalTeach program encourages UCLA students who are studying math, science, and engineering to consider teaching math and science as a possible career. CalTeach offers guided exploration of teaching as a career, and additional support and pathways for those who decide that teaching is for them!
“As a social justice educator, I want my students to solve real-world problems that are culturally responsive, engaging, and meaningful in nonjudgmental and inclusive environments.”
– Joint Math Education Program Alumnus Zachary Judson
“Being part of TEP is belonging to an educational community that truly cares about each other’s well-being. As a guiding teacher, I teach and learn from a student teacher who is currently in the TEP program. This reciprocity of giving and receiving helps everyone in the classroom.”
– Science Teacher Education Program (STEP) Alumnus Sarah Heesacker
How to Apply
The respective application processes are outline by the Mathematics and Science Departments. Please see the Joint Mathematics Education Program and the Science Teacher Education Program pages for full application materials.
- Application Deadline: December 2, 2024
