RTR Teacher Residency at Virginia Commonwealth University

RTR Teacher Residency at Virginia Commonwealth University RTR Teacher Residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Yet, our support does not stop there. Join us to make a difference. Interested? Apply today!

If you are passionate about social justice — about teaching for change — changing lives, communities, and student outcomes — then RTR is where you need to be. RTR is a undergraduate and graduate teacher residency program that recruits, trains, and supports teachers for high-needs and hard-to-staff schools. RTR residents learn alongside our top district teachers for an entire year while earning a g

raduate degree from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Our graduates receive one-on-one training with a content-specific career coach throughout the first two years of their teaching careers. With RTR, residents gain the skills and the experience to positively impact the lives of students from historically marginalized communities. We offer multiple pathways -- (1) our Special/Exceptional Education (SE) Pathway prepares future special educators at the elementary, middle and high school levels; (2) our Secondary Pathway prepares future teachers to teach content areas such as biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, math, English and social studies at the middle and high school levels, (3) Early Childhood and Elementary Education Pathway prepares future early childhood and elementary educators at the PreK -6th grade level, and (4) Instructional Assistant (IA) Pathway for special education and elementary. The deadline to apply is March 31st
Applications will be live on teachrtr.org!

06/11/2026

From residents to alumni! 🎓✨

What a time we had celebrating at our PWCS - RTR End of Year Celebration as we honored our graduates now officially alumni of VCU pursuing Secondary Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education! Thank you to every mentor, principal, partner, professor and RTR staff & community member who made these years possible!🍎📚

From the dancing, tears, hugs, laughter, and unforgettable moments…this night was filled with joy, love, and the beauty of seeing hard work pay off.

We are beyond proud of every lesson learned, every obstacle overcome, and every step taken toward purpose. The future is bright, and these educators are just getting started! 🎉

Congratulations RTR Alumni — once residents, now graduates!

Ten years in the making — and this week we proudly celebrated the graduation of the very first generation of participant...
05/29/2026

Ten years in the making — and this week we proudly celebrated the graduation of the very first generation of participants in the 2-Gen Pilot Program at Ettrick Elementary School! 🎓✨

This milestone is a powerful reminder of what happens when families are supported holistically through education, opportunity, and community partnership.

We especially celebrate our incredible 2-Gen Adult Learners, Mrs. Ashley White and Mrs. Markaliah Hunter, whose dedication, perseverance, and commitment made this moment possible. Your success reflects the heart of this program and inspires us all.

A heartfelt thank you to the visionaries, designers, coaches and supporters who helped bring this initiative to life:
Nancy Davies, Bev Davies, Dr Susan Harding, Cathy Pelnik, Dr. Kim McKnight & Dr. Kelly Denny.

We are deeply grateful for the continued support and partnership of leadership: Dr. John Murray - Chesterfield Superintendent, Lisa Hite - Executive Director of Chesterfield Education Foundation, Dr. Lisa High - Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Randi Smith - Principal of Ettrick Elementary, Amber Tillman - CEF Google, and our beloved Dr. Kim McKnight - Director of CTL and Executive Director of RTR for championing innovative opportunities for families and students.

Special appreciation to the educators and RTR team members who walked alongside these families throughout the journey!

This graduation is only the beginning for the future of 2-Gen and the families it will continue to impact for years to come. 💛

Happy Teacher's Appreciation Week! ✨✨
05/04/2026

Happy Teacher's Appreciation Week! ✨✨

RTR Fam! 📣We’re inviting a few strong leaders to step into something bigger!RTR is looking for about 10 alumni to serve ...
04/27/2026

RTR Fam! 📣

We’re inviting a few strong leaders to step into something bigger!

RTR is looking for about 10 alumni to serve as Alumni Ambassadors—people willing to pour back into the next generation by sharing their experience, mentoring, and representing the program in different spaces.

This is flexible, impactful, and a real opportunity to grow your leadership while making a difference. (Plus, there’s an honorarium of $250 as a thank you!)

If that’s you, apply today!
👉🏽 tinyurl.com/AlumniAmbassadorsApp2026

Application deadline: May 8th, 2026

🚨 It’s not too late to give! Help Us Keep Changing Classrooms TODAY! 🚨For 15 years, RTR has helped shape the future of e...
04/22/2026

🚨 It’s not too late to give! Help Us Keep Changing Classrooms TODAY! 🚨

For 15 years, RTR has helped shape the future of education—training 400+ teachers who are making a lasting difference for students in Virginia’s highest-need schools.

We’ve seen the impact. We’ve lived the impact. And we’re not done yet.

Now, we need your help to continue this work—supporting teachers, strengthening classrooms, and ensuring every student has access to a well-prepared, committed educator.

Be part of what comes next:
📣 Share this post and help us reach more people.

💬 Tell your RTR story! Share why RTR matters to you—your voice can inspire others to take action.

💛Give, if you’re able. Every contribution helps sustain this work and protect RTR’s future.

👉 Support RTR this Giving Day (http://bit.ly/DonateToRTR2026)

Designation: Richmond Teacher Residency

⏳ Let’s keep the impact going—for teachers, for students, for the future of education.

04/21/2026

🚨 Help Us Keep Changing Classrooms TODAY! 🚨

For 15 years, RTR has helped shape the future of education—training 400+ teachers who are making a lasting difference for students in Virginia’s highest-need schools.

We’ve seen the impact. We’ve lived the impact. And we’re not done yet.

Now, we need your help to continue this work—supporting teachers, strengthening classrooms, and ensuring every student has access to a well-prepared, committed educator.

Be part of what comes next:
📣 Share this post and help us reach more people.

💬 Tell your RTR story! Share why RTR matters to you—your voice can inspire others to take action.

💛Give, if you’re able. Every contribution helps sustain this work and protect RTR’s future.

👉 Support RTR this Giving Day (http://bit.ly/DonateToRTR2026)

Designation: Richmond Teacher Residency

⏳ Let’s keep the impact going—for teachers, for students, for the future of education.

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Richmond, VA
23230

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