Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) and the University of St. Thomas are extremely excited about our Urban Teacher Residency (SUTR) program!

Saint Paul Urban Teacher Residency (SUTR) program is a unique partnership between SPPS and the University of St. Thomas. District staff and all others who are interested in pursuing a teaching career now have a new, accelerated pathway. 

SUTR aims to recruit, prepare and retain highly qualified teachers who share similar life experiences as our diverse student population in SPPS. SUTR provides an affordable, accelerated program to earn a Minnesota teaching license and master’s degree in 15 months from the University of St. Thomas.

*Licenses offered: Elementary Education K-6, ABS (Special Education) K-12 **Math 5-12 and Science 6-8; if enough qualified participants apply.

Form: Inquire about the SUTR program here

Want to learn more about the SUTR program? Fill out this form and we will contact you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about the SUTR program.

Resident and Mentor Teacher Handbook

This SUTR Program Handbook outlines policies and procedures for residents and mentor teachers.