OCTC is an initiative of the Oakland Unified School District to recruit high quality, credentialed teachers into the District's hardest-to-staff schools. Upon acceptance into the program, Oakland City Teacher Corps teachers begin the placement process and work hand in hand with the OCTC Placement Manager to connect to schools and principals.

Application Requirements: 
  • Applications submitted to OCTC are reviewed immediately
  • Qualified candidates are invited to interview within two weeks of submitting an application
  • Must possess a Bachelor's degree (conferred by June 30, 200
  • Undergraduate GPA must be 2.5 or higher
  • Must be fully eligible to work in the United States
  • Must meet the California credentialing requirements for your desired subject area
  • Cannot be a current OUSD teacher
Benefits: 
  • Salary of $39,456 - $46,786
  • Loan forgiveness
  • Homeowner assistance
  • A choice of medical, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage
  • OUSD pays for the full benefits of the employee and eligible dependents