“The paradox of education is precisely this - that as one begins to become conscious one begins to examine the society in which he is being educated.” –  James Baldwin

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Having at least one black teacher in third through fifth grades reduced a black student's probability of dropping out of school by 29%, the study found. –National Bureau of Economic Research (2017)

Pathways Service Learning Tutoring Program

The SDSU Pathways Program trains students to become tutors at a local elementary, middle, or high school. They strive to provide professional development seminars, community building, networking with field professionals, field experience in K-12 classrooms, and reciprocal service learning. Students can earn either college credit or pay while being a part of this program. 

For more information, contact SDSU Pathways at [email protected] 

The A.M.A.N.I. Project

The A.M.A.N.I. Project is based on the five key tenets of Affirming, Mentoring, Actualizing, Nurturing, and Imagining a limitless future for young Black scholars. This project aims to provide racial identity development and academic and creative support to Black students attending predominantly white elementary schools in San Diego through mentorship by Black students from SDSU.

For more information, contact the AMANI administration team at [email protected]

SDSU Future Teachers of Color

This SDSU student organization inspires, brings together and supports a generation of future teachers of color through career preparation, mentorship, networking and other resources. FTOC provides a community and safe environment for those who aspire to teach the future generations.

For more information, contact SDSU Teachers of Color at [email protected] 

SDSU Student California Teachers Association

This recognized and collaborative organization inspires and fosters exemplary future leaders in education. They strive to address evolving challenges in the profession, improve the community, promote a public education system that values the diversity of our state and influence positive change.

For more information, contact SDSU Student Teachers Association at [email protected] 

Substitute Teaching

The Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit authorizes prospective teachers to serve as a day-to-day substitute teacher in any classroom, including preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1-12 inclusive, or in classes organized primarily for adults.

Contact the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at (888) 921-4213 for more information about substitute teaching.