Your pathway to teach in California

Dedicated to guiding international and out-of-state educators through California credentialing, visa pathways, and school placement — every step, from evaluation to first day in the classroom.

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ctc.ca.gov/applicant-portal

Credential Progress

Multi-Subject

Maria L. · Spain → California

  1. Document EvaluationJan 18
    Complete
  2. CBEST ExamFeb 25
    Complete
  3. Subject Matter VerificationApr 14
    In progress
  4. Application SubmittedMay 02
    Upcoming
  5. Credential IssuedJun 18
    Upcoming
Estimated completion
8 wks
On track for fall semester
Progress
60%↑ on schedule
Next action
Submit verified transcripts to CCTC by Apr 30.

Educators we've helped place in California schools and districts

San Diego Unified·LAUSD·Fresno USD·Sacramento City USD·Oakland USD

… and many more

Guided, end to end

Everything you need to teach in California

From credential evaluation to visa sponsorship and classroom placement, we handle the paperwork and timelines so you can focus on what matters — teaching.

Credentialing

Step-by-step support for the California Teaching Credential — multi-subject, single-subject, and education specialist.

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Visa Pathways

Guidance on J-1 Exchange Visitor, H-1B, and employer-sponsored options tailored to educators.

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School Placement

Interview coaching and warm introductions to California school districts actively hiring.

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Real, measurable progress

From foreign credential to California classroom — in months, not years

ctc.ca.gov/applicant-portal

Credential Progress

Multi-Subject

Maria L. · Spain → California

  1. Document EvaluationJan 18
    Complete
  2. CBEST ExamFeb 25
    Complete
  3. Subject Matter VerificationApr 14
    In progress
  4. Application SubmittedMay 02
    Upcoming
  5. Credential IssuedJun 18
    Upcoming
Estimated completion
8 wks
On track for fall semester
Progress
60%↑ on schedule
Next action
Submit verified transcripts to CCTC by Apr 30.

Document evaluation

We evaluate your foreign or out-of-state credentials and map them to California requirements.

Exams & verification

Structured prep for CBEST, CSET, and RICA — plus subject matter verification handled for you.

Direct CTC liaison

We file with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing on your behalf.

Visa & arrival support

Coordination with employer sponsors for J-1 / H-1B and onboarding once you land.

Our track record

Trusted by educators from around the world

We've guided teachers from over two dozen countries into California classrooms — with a track record built on careful planning, not luck.

120+
Educators placed in CA schools
25+
Countries of origin served
98%
Credential approval rate
6 mo.
Average time to credential

In their words

Educators we've helped

They turned a confusing process into a clear plan. I'm now teaching in San Diego.
Maria L.
Spain → San Diego USD
From credential evaluation to my J-1 visa — everything was handled with care.
Daniel O.
Philippines → LAUSD
Moved from Texas to LA Unified in under a year thanks to their roadmap.
Aisha B.
Texas → LAUSD

Empower your career.

Teach in California.

Book a free, no-obligation consultation and we'll map out your personal roadmap to a California classroom.

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