November
2008
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio
Villaragosa visits Ms. Chen and her students for their
outstanding achievements. Ms. Chen's Debate Team ranked #
8 in the Global Debate of all USA high
schools.
District Intern Graduate Makes a
Difference
Jesse Chen is an English teacher at
Santee Learning Complex in Downtown Los Angeles. She
completed her preliminary credential with the District Intern
Program. Jesse shares her enthusiasm and success as
a teacher.
"I motivate students by building a
personal bond with them and being a good listener. I ask
them about their lives and build trust. I believe that I
am a successful teacher because I deeply care about my
students. If you truly care about your students, you will
become inspired to create the best lessons and teaching
strategies for your students."
"Also, I always keep high expectations of
my students, higher than they want."
Preparing for the
Program
Ms. Chen recommends making friends
with teachers to learn about the profession. She adds
that subsitute teaching or volunteering at a school is another
great way to prepare for becoming a teacher. For those
with no experience at an LAUSD school, making classroom
observations is also highly encouraged.
Ms. Chen adds, "As a new teacher do not
expect to change the world, but be realistic and think of what
you can do to for one student, for one class and for one
day."
Meeting the
District Intern Program
Requirements
To meet the eligibility requirements for
the District Intern Program, the following prerequisites must
be met:
Possess Bachelor’s degree with a 2.7
GPA
Pass basic skill test (CBEST)
Pass subject matter
test (CSET) or complete
a Subject
Matter Waiver
Meet
Constitution requirement (course or exam)
Complete a
successful interview with a recruitment
specialist
To register for the CBEST or CSET, please
visit www.ctcexams.nesinc.com. To
complete a subject matter waiver, please consult a California
university. Once the exams have been passed, please apply
online at www.teachinla.com.
Attend an Informational
Meeting
For more information about the District Intern Program
or the application process, please attend an
informational meeting at the District Headquarters at 333
South Beaudry, 1st Floor, Los Angeles, California
90017. Or please call the office at (213)
241-5581.
Also, questions may be answered for the
Special Education Programs by emailing Lele Mach at
lele.mach@lausd.net
or Lydia Vaia at lydia.vaia@lausd.net
for the General Education Programs.
