Math and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI)

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CSU Math and Science Teacher Initiative

The goal of the CSU Math and Science Teacher Initiative [5](MSTI) is to increase the number and quality of Math and Science teachers across the state.

We encourage and support students from underrepresented categories to apply to our program.

Stanislaus State Math and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI)

The objective of the Stan State Math and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI) is to increase the total number of Mathematics and Science students enrolling in undergraduate or post-baccalaureate teacher preparation programs. MSTI advisors help guide future teachers through the credential program application process, provide financial aid information and credential examination preparation resources. Additionally, MSTI supports students in developing the skills necessary to succeed educationally and professionally.

Services offered through the Stan State Math and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI):

Information sessions on teaching Mathematics and Science
One-on-one advising and support
Opportunities for paid early field experiences in teaching (i.e.; tutoring positions in area schools)
Professional development opportunities [6]
Financial Aid information for teacher candidates [7] (Finacial Aid Office)
TEACH Grant [8] information
Financial support for CSET exams**
Preparation resources for Math and Science CSETs

California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) and California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) Advising and Support

CBEST & CSET prepartion resources/materials [9]
**Stipends Foundational Level Mathematics and Foundational Level General Science CSET
**Stipends to attend foundational level Mathematics and foundational level general Science online workshops
Scheduled Stan State [10]CBEST workshops [11]
For CBEST and CSET information, registration and practice exams visit the California Educator Credentialing Examinations [12] website

Credential Program Prerequisite Advising

Advisor: Tara Ribeiro, Director, Math and Science Teacher Initiative
Office: DBH 307 - See Map [13]
Telephone: (209) 667-3589
Email: TRibeiro@csustan.edu [14]

Credential Services Information

For credential program prerequisite and application information sessions [15]

Single subject credential program prerequisites [16]

Single subject credential program application [17] and forms [18]

Credential Services [19]

Undergraduate Advising for Math and Science Teacher Preparation

Department/ Major	Advisor	Office Location	Phone	Email
Biological Science [20]	Dr. Fleming	N-261	(209)664-6932	mfleming@csustan.edu [21]
Chemistry [22]	Dr. Nhu-Y- Stessman	N-363	(209)667-3555	nhuy@csustan.edu [23]
Geology [24]	Dr.Ferriz	N-158	(209)667-3874	hferriz@csustan.edu [25]
Mathematics [26]	Dr. Johannsdottir	S-11	(209)667-6547	bjohannsdottir@csustan.edu [27]
Physics & Physical Sciences [28]	Department	N-164	(209)667-3466	Physics@physics.csustan.edu [29]

Subject Matter Preparation Program:
Mathematics [30]

Adding a Teaching or Content Area to a Multiple Subject OR Single Subject Credential
Multiple or Single Subject Credential [31]

**Disclaimer:
A limited number of stipends for Foundational Level Math and Foundational Level General Science CSET/exam fees are available each academic year. They are allocated on a first come, first serve basis to teacher candidates pursuing a Single Subject Credential in Math or Science. Requests for stipends are subject to review and approval by the Director of the Math and Science Teacher Initiative. For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Tara Ribeiro at tribeiro@csustan.edu [32] or (209) 667-3589.

Additional Campus Resources:
Teacher Education [33]
Teacher Recruitment and Retention [6]

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