Learn How to Be a Teacher at Free Orientation

Join Rio Salado's Teacher Education team for a free orientation session in-person or online to learn about the educational pathways, scholarships, teacher-in-residence programs and employment opportunities available to help you succeed.

Rio Salado offers Arizona Department of Education approved Educator Preparation programs that provide convenient and cost-effective ways for undergraduate students and working individuals with a bachelor’s degree to transition into teaching.

Our Post Baccalaureate courses are designed for individuals who have a bachelor’s degree or higher (in any area) from an accredited university and would like to become a teacher.

At the Orientation you will have the chance to learn about:

• Rio Salado College's Educator Preparation Program requirements
• Program expectations and support
• Registration process and requirements
• Answers to questions you may have

Post-Baccalaureate Orientation Schedule:

• June 28 In-Person 
• July 9 Virtual 
• July 17 In-Person
• August 1 In-Person
• August 13 Virtual

Post-Bacc sessions take place 6-8 p.m. In-person session will take place at the Rio Salado College headquarters Conference Center in Tempe.


Teacher-in-Residence Orientation Schedule:

• July 11 In-Person
• July 25 Virtual
• August 1 In-Person
• August 8 Virtual

TIR sessions take place 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. In-person session will take place at the Rio Salado College headquarters Conference Center in Tempe.

Visit www.riosalado.edu/teachers or call 480-517-8140 for more information.