Classified Staff Teaching Grant Application
Hello and welcome! Thank you for your interest in the Classified Staff Teaching Grant Program in Trinity County. Applications are now open and will be accepted on a rolling basis. 

The California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program is intended to recruit classified school employees into teaching careers. The purpose of the Classified Grant is to support classified employees to earn a preliminary California Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Education Specialist teaching credential. The Grant is available to support participants in the process of completing a bachelor’s degree and/or teacher preparation program. 

Selected participants will receive financial assistance for degree and credentialing-related expenses, such as tuition, fees, books, and academic guidance. Other forms of individualized support are available to help grant participants complete their undergraduate education, teacher preparation program, and transition to becoming credentialed teachers.

Minimum Requirements: The Classified Staff Teaching Grant is open to potential classified employees who meet the minimum requirements. A classified employee is defined as “a noncertificated school employee currently working in a public school”. Part-time and Full-time classified staff members are eligible to apply. Interested applicants must already possess an Associate in Arts (AA) degree or have successfully completed two years of college, or higher. (about 60 units)

About the Funding: Participants can receive up to $4,800 per year towards tuition, books, and fees. Funds are distributed on a reimbursement basis for up to 3 years and can be used to cover applicable expenses on or after February 10, 2023. Participants are expected to complete one school year of classroom instruction in Trinity County (if available) in exchange for each year enrolled in the classified staff teaching grant program. *Note: We cannot retroactively reimburse expenses that occurred prior to February 10, 2023. 

Available Programs: In order to receive grant funding, you must attend one of the following pre-approved programs: Cal Ploy Humboldt, Cal State University Chico, Simpson University, National University, Teach Lake County, and CalState TEACH.

Before submitting this application, please consider the following pre-requisite statements:
  1. I am a classified staff member currently employed at a Trinity County school district.
  2. I am interested in pursuing a single subject, multiple subject, or education specialist credential.
  3. I already possess an Associate in Arts (AA) degree or have successfully completed two years of college, or higher. (about 60 units)
  4. I am willing to attend one of the following pre-approved credentialing programs.

By submitting an application for the Classified Staff Teaching Grant Program, if accepted, I agree to complete all of the following:
  1. Graduate from an institute of higher education with a bachelor’s degree.
  2. Complete all requirements for and obtain a multiple subject, single subject, or education specialist teaching credential.
  3. Complete one school year of classroom instruction (if available) in exchange for each year enrolled in the Classified Staff Teaching Grant Program.
  4. Utilize the individualized support services provided by Trinity County Office of Education. 

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, but you are interested in pursuing a teaching credential, we encourage you to submit an application. All applicants will be added to our list of interested candidates for future grant opportunities and/or credentialing support. 

Application Deadline: Initial applications for the Classified Staff Teaching Grant Program will reamain open until all available slots have been filled. There are 18 spots available for eligible participants.

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Attention: We will be receiving a high volume of emails and correspondence in relation to the Classified Staff Teaching Grant. If you have general questions about the grant, please leave them in the comments section below. If you have more individualized questions about your specific situation, please email trincred@tcoek12.org. 


Thank you,

Credentialing Department
Trinity County Office of Education
trincred@tcoek12.org
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Are you currently employed as a classified staff member working at a Trinity County school district? (A classified staff member is defined as "a noncertificated school employee currently working in a public school"). Part-time and Full-time classified staff members are eligible to apply. *
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If you answered yes to the previous question, at which district are you currently employed and what is your position title? Are you employed part-time or full-time?

If you answered no to the previous question, please provide some information about your current employment status.
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Which Credential(s) are you interested in pursuing? You may select more than one. *Note: The only credentials available through the Classified Staff Teaching Grant are Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist.  *
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Which credential program(s) are you interested in attending? You may select more than one. *Note: The only programs available through the Classified Staff Teaching Grant are Cal Poly Humboldt, Cal State University Chico, CalState TEACH, Simpson University, National University, and Teach Lake County.  *
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Please select your college experience level 
After reveiw of your application, we will request official transcripts for verification. 
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Please describe your experience as a classified employee and explain why you are interested in becoming a teacher in Trinity County.
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