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") //-- Skip to main content Toggle navigation About UTEP Why UTEP? Our People Our Alumni Our Partners Our Program The Foundations Year Residency Year Continued Teacher Education Endorsement Pathways 3+2 BA / MAT Admissions Admission Requirements Info Sessions & Graduate Fairs Visit Us Search form Search Apply News Contact Give The University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program prepares teachers to educate the next generation of learners in urban classrooms and communities. Our Mission The mission of the University of Chicago Urban Teacher Education Program is to prepare aspiring teachers for successful and long-lasting careers in urban schools. Nationally, schools serving low-income students turn over half of their staff every three years and research has shown that new teachers often leave urban schools because they feel inadequately prepared and supported for the environments they enter. The UChicago Urban Teacher Education Program aims to change this reality through a context-specific approach to teacher preparation that emphasizes pedagogical knowledge as well as social and cultural competence. Today, more than 90 percent of UChicago Urban Teacher Education Program graduates remain teaching in low-income communities after five years compared with 50 percent of teachers nationwide. Our Program The UChicago Urban Teacher Education Program is a five-year program that includes a two-year Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree followed by post-graduation mentorship and support for alumni in Chicago. The two-year MAT program includes a full year of foundational and academic coursework paired with community fieldwork, training in trauma-informed teaching practices, and opportunities and space devoted to fostering reflection on and critical conversations about race, class, and unconscious bias. It also includes a full year of residency placements—clinical preparation in two different school settings—coupled with subject-specific coursework. UTEP graduates who accept teaching positions in Chicago also receive post-graduation mentoring through in-classroom coaching, alumni workshops, teacher-leadership training, and other professional development opportunities. Read More About Our Program Request More Information Loading... Our Alumni Ninety-two percent of UChicago UTEP graduates are still teaching in urban schools after five years compared to the national average of 50 percent. Learn about what has helped them succeed and thrive in urban classrooms and communities across the country. Alumni Profile Janet’s experience going through the UTEP program eventually brought her full circle to pass on her knowledge to new UTEP students... Alumni Profile Lloyd's drive to be a positive leader for social change led him to UTEP where community immersion prepared him to succeed as a teacher... Alumni Profile Kenji's drive to work in schools that need enthusiastic teachers led him to UTEP where he got hands-on experience in the communities where he'd be working... Alumni Profile Growing up in Chicago schools with amazing teachers, Ikeisha was inspired to give back to her community... Alumni Profile Commitment to serving students led Hemang to UTEP where placements and continued coaching have prepared him to be the best teacher he can be... Alumni Profile A passion for helping children led Erica from an interest in pediatrics to the classroom with the help of UTEP... See All Profiles Upcoming Events Explore opportunities to meet UChicago UTEP staff at upcoming Information Sessions and Graduate Fairs. © 2020 The University of Chicago About UTEP Our Program Admissions Apply News Contact Give Sign up for email updates * indicates required -- Email Address * -- First Name * -- Last Name * -- ZIP Code --...