The NYU Teacher Residency is a one-year combined residency and master of arts in teaching (MAT) program designed to prepare a ... spiring teachers for the realities of the classroom with rigorous online course work and the holistic support of hands-on practice. While immersed in one school for an entire year, residents learn how to serve all students, create an inclusive classroom environment, and become an integral part of a school and neighboring community. New-teacher preparation happens directly in the classroom surrounded by a web of support that includes NYU Steinhardt faculty, a cohort of peers, a teacher mentor, a residency director, and school partner leadership. Prior teaching experience is not a requirement. People from diverse professional and personal backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Learn about the program’s eligibility requirements. There are two MAT degree options: The MAT in Inclusive Childhood Education (elementary school) degree provides you with a foundation to teach younger learners in Grades 1-6, including students with disabilities. The MAT in Secondary Education (middle and high school) degree prepares you with depth of knowledge in a chosen content area in English, mathematics, science, or social studies for Grades 7-12 (with a Grades 5-6 extension), or in secondary special education for Grades 7-12. Degree option availability varies by location. Current residency partner schools are in San Francisco, CA, Washington, DC, Palm Beach, FL, Southern CT, Upstate and Central New York, and New York City. read more