Why Residency in Montana?

Preparing Montana's Next Generation of Educators

Teacher residency is a proven approach to preparing confident, classroom-ready educators.

Through a year-long, immersive experience that combines hands-on teaching practice, personalized mentoring, and strong partnerships with school districts, Resident Teachers develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed from day one in their own classrooms.

Teacher Leaders expand their professional impact through mentorship and leadership opportunities, while school districts invest in a sustainable pipeline of highly qualified educators prepared to serve Montana students and strengthen communities across the state.

Resident Teacher Benefits

They benefit greatly from this option financially and are classroom ready as they complete the residency…

The Montana Teacher Residency Program provides comprehensive support to help you succeed in your teaching career.

Serving as a Teacher Leader offers rewarding opportunities for professional growth while supporting new educators.

Teacher Leader Benefits

They benefit from additional classroom support, increased opportunities for collaboration, and professional growth through leadership, mentorship, and coaching experiences…

School District Benefits

They benefit from a sustainable, grow-your-own approach to teacher recruitment, helping ensure a steady pipeline of skills, classroom-ready educators for years to come…

Welcoming Resident Teachers into your classrooms brings stronger connections and improves the pipeline for bringing new high-quality educators to your district who are connected and ready-to-teach!