The Rutgers-Camden Department of Education and Teacher Preparation is excited to announce a partnership with the Camden Teacher Pipeline, founded in 2019 by the Camden Education Fund. The goal of this unique initiative is to build a sustainable pipeline of new teachers to Camden through extra support and dedication. The process is straightforward: placing interested students in Camden schools for their clinical practice placements, while also providing the tools necessary for success.
Program Overview
| COURSEWORK | CAMDEN PLACEMENT | CLINICAL PRACTICE | HIRING PROCESS |
| Students complete the approved coursework for the licensure MAT Program at Rutgers-Camden. Students earn both a master’s degree and NJ DOE teacher licensure. | Students are matched with a Camden City public school after site visits and complete their student teaching at: district, charter, or Renaissance school. | RUC students complete 2 semesters in their Camden field placement, working under a cooperating teacher and a RUC field supervisor. Students also attend monthly, practice-based training with cohort members. | Interested, successful students are supported in applying for full-time teaching positions at Camden partner schools through resume and interview support. |
Camden Teacher Pipeline Supports
Deliberate Practice
Once a month, students attend an interactive, hands-on training for professional development.
Student Stipends
The Camden Teacher Pipeline provides students with stipends during the full-time teaching year. ($5000/semester). The Camden Teacher Pipeline also provides cooperating teachers a stipend of $1,000/semester.
Job Search Help
The Camden Teacher Pipeline works one-on-one with students to refine their resumes and create a hiring plan to support their Camden job search.
Learn More: Contact the Education Department: Email Dr. Becker directly to set up a visit or to ask any questions: sara.becker@rutgers.edu