BTSA Induction for Special Education Teachers

1. BTSA Induction for Special Education Teachers Frequently Asked Questions about the BTSA Induction program by Education Specialists Janice Pingel, Education Specialist Resource Teacher Teacher Preparation and Induction

2. As a PowerPoint Presentation • Read the information slide by slide to ensure that you don’t miss anything. • Select FAQs of interest to you • Continue to the next two slides to select from a list of frequently asked questions regarding (1) your options and (2) earning your clear credential. Viewing Options(select the link that applies to you)

3. FAQs Part I: Understanding your Options Do you offer a Level II credential? How do I know if I have a preliminary or a preliminary level I credential? How do preliminary credential holders clear their credential? Is my preliminary credential eligible for San Diego Unified BTSA Induction program? How do preliminary level I credential holders clear their credential? Is my preliminary level I credential eligible for San Diego Unified BTSA Induction program? How much will it cost to earn my clear credential with San Diego Unified? How long will it take to earn my clear credential with San Diego Unified? Go to FAQ Part II: Earning Your Clear Credential

4. FAQs Part II: Earning Your Clear Credential What are the steps involved in earning a special education clear credential through San Diego Unified BTSA Induction program? How will I meet the level II requirements through San Diego Unified BTSA Induction program? What do I need to know about the level II courses? Can I get level II requirement credit for university courses that I’ve already taken? I’ve attended a lot of professional development. Can I get level II requirement credit for that? What are the course expectations? Who should I contact if I have more questions? Go to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

5. BTSA Induction for Special Education Teachers Part 1: Understanding Your Options

6. Level II or Professional Clear? • In 2010, the CTC established two new levels for Education Specialist credentials. • Instead of issuing “Level I” and “Level II” credentials, they began issuing “Preliminary” and “Clear” credentials. • The last date to enroll in a Level I program was December 31, 2011, and candidates had to finish the Level I program by January 31, 2013. • The last date to enroll in a Level II program is December 31, 2014, and candidates must finish the Level II program by January 31, 2019. • San Diego Unified offers the Professional Clear Credential for all candidates. Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

7. Your Credential If you are not sure if you hold a Level I or a Preliminary credential: • Go to: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/ • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select “Public Search” • Type in your name and click “search” to display your credentials. • Check the “Term” column next to your credential to determine whether you hold a Preliminary Level I or a Preliminary credential. Click here Here This is a Level I This is a Preliminary Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

8. Preliminary Credential Holders Have a Streamlined Route • Complete a Commission-approved Induction program in special education to obtain the Clear Education Specialist Instruction credential. • SDUSD offers the new “Clear” credential Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

9. Is Your Preliminary CredentialEligible for SD Unified BTSA Induction Program? no no no yes yes yes no yes Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

10. Level I Credential Holders Have Options • Complete a Commission-approved program to obtain the Level II credential. • Enroll in a university or other program that still offers the Level II. • OR • Transition to a Commission-approved Induction program in special education to obtain the Clear Education Specialist Instruction credential. • SD Unified offers the new “Clear” credential. Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

11. Is Your Level I CredentialEligible for SD Unified BTSA Induction Program? no no no yes yes yes no yes Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

12. Your Commitment • Time: • Depending upon your preliminary credential, prior experience with BTSA, graduate level university classes and/or professional development taken, number of years teaching, and the rate at which you would like to complete the work, your time commitment could be anywhere from two hours to two years. • BTSA Induction Fees for SD Unified Teachers: • $0 (no cost) • BTSA Induction Fees for Non-district Teachers (including all charter schools): • $2,300 per year for the two-year program • $3,000 for the Early Completion Option • Required courses, for holders of Level I credentials, may be taken through SD Unified at a cost of $150 per unit for all teachers. Up to 5 total units may be required, for a total cost of $750. Back to FAQs Part 1: Understanding Your Options

13. BTSA Induction for Special Education Teachers Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

14. How to Earn a Clear Education Specialist Credentialthrough SDUSD BTSA Induction • Agree to participate (Step One on sandiegoeducate.com/btsa). • To verify you have been notified of our program. • Sign up on ERO (sandi.net/ero) and attend an Information Session (Step Two on sandiegoeducate.com/btsa). • Learn all the basics of SD Unified BTSA Induction. • Complete a Participating Teacher Information Form (Step Three on sandiegoeducate.com/btsa). • A credential specialist and education specialist resource teacher will use the information you provide to tailor a program that meets your specific needs. • An education specialist resource teacher will contact you with your options and next steps in the enrollment process. • Complete two years of BTSA Induction. • All previous BTSA FACT or CFASST work successfully completed applies. • You may qualify for Early Completion Option (ECO), which counts as two years. • Level I Credential holders complete any applicable Level II coursework. • All required courses are offered by SDUSD at a nominal cost with all books and materials provided. • Course equivalency is provided for Level II standards previously met. Back to FAQs Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

15. Level II Content Requirement San Diego Unified School District offers the following Level II standards courses (two per school year) for candidates with a Level I Education Specialist, M/M and M/S: • Completing the four courses: • Meets the Level II Content Requirement for your Credential. • Earns District Salary Advancement Credit. Back to FAQs Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

16. About Level II Coursework • Remember that these are graduate level courses, with graduate level expectations. • In conjunction with BTSA Induction, coursework assignments address all CTC standards (common, program, and Level II). • You may apply up to 10 hours per course toward your professional development requirement for BTSA Induction. • Official transcripts are issued upon successful completion of the courses and BTSA Induction. Back to FAQs Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

17. Course Equivalency Petitions • Appropriate university and non-university activities may be acceptedin lieu of SDUSD Level II Standards Coursework. • Activities must be delivered by qualified individuals, supported by appropriate resources, and evaluated on an ongoing basis. • Activities must be completed afterearning the Level I credential. • Activities must meet the advanced Standards of the Level II program. • Provide a copy of your transcripts for any graduate level work prior to enrolling in SD Unified BTSA Induction for an evaluation of course equivalency. • Contact an SD Unified BTSA Induction Education Specialist Resource Teacher for additional information. Back to FAQs Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

18. Course Expectations • Be familiar with and follow the CEC Code of Ethics and CEC Standards. • Arrive promptly and attend all class sessions. • Complete all assignments according to the specified due dates. • Submit work with the understanding that it will be evaluated not only on content but also format (i.e. correct spelling and grammar, people first language). • Maintain a 3.0 (B) GPA, with only course grades of A, B, or C counted to satisfy credential requirements. • Adhere to SDUSD’s Academic Honesty Policy (Administrative Procedure 4710). Back to FAQs Part 2: Earning Your Clear Credential

19. Still have more questions? Email: jpingel@sandi.net Janice Pingel, Education Specialist Resource Teacher Teacher Preparation and Induction