K-12 Education Partners

UMass Global has a proven track record in working with schools and districts to provide degree pathway programs and professional development for teachers and administrators that will improve teaching skills and develop effective school leadership.

Partnering for a Stronger School System

The staffing shortage continues to grow, putting more pressure on schools and districts to solve their short and long-term staff needs. Learn how you can partner with UMass Global and take advantage of the $350 million the state of California has offered school districts for implementing teacher residency programs and other funding opportunities.

0 %
of principals indicated a desire for additional professional development*
0 K
is the average cost to recruit a new teacher**
0 %
of public schools reported a Y/Y increase in the number of students seeking school-based mental health services***

Are you implementing a new initiative or looking for ways to elevate your staff and faculty experience and increase retention? We’re here to help. School districts throughout California rely on us for credentials, certifications, advanced degrees and professional development.

We can partner with you to provide district-specific degree pathway programs and professional development for classified and certificated staff. We also proudly offer scholarships to your employees, their spouses and dependents.

Attract credentialed staff who are in-demand and seeking growth opportunities.

Retain quality teachers by providing an effective and relevant education benefit program.

Maximize your budget by building a plan that aligns with your school or district’s strategic objectives.

Access our library of webinars, in-depth research reports, and upcoming events for K12 educators.

Is employee growth and development a priority?

Obtaining an MBA always was on my bucket list. The flexibility of the program along with Kia’s tuition assistance made the perfect combination. An MBA gave me the self-confidence to trust my ideas and question conventional thinking.
Julie M.
Kia, MBA
When we open up educational doors for our employees, we get to be a little part of that person's story and personal development. It's not just about saving money, but how many lives we have impacted...someone's life is better and enriched because of it.
Jamie C.
County of Orange, Sr. Manager, Organizational Development
WSCUC

University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

California Commission on Teaching Credentialing

University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing.

Sources:
*NASSP-LPI Principal Survey, 2019
**What’s the Cost of Teacher Turnover? (2022) Learning Policy Institute.
***School Pulse Panel - Interactive Results. (2024)

Further your education with a few questions

Student Type
Please enter your zip code to proceed.
Please enter a valid zip code to proceed.
Please select a degree type
Please select your area of interest
Please select a program type
Please select a session
Have you served in the U.S. Military or are you a Military Dependant?
Please enter your name
Please enter your last name
Please enter your email to proceed
Please enter a valid email address
Please enter your phone number to proceed.
Please enter a valid phone number.

UMass Global is partnered with hundreds of employers like yours—learn if you’re eligible for tuition discounts by providing your work email address.

Please enter a valid work email address
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

About UMass Global

Earn your bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or certificate at UMass Global, a regionally accredited university.

We value your privacy

By submitting this form, I agree that UMass Global and/or Kaplan North America, LLC may contact me about educational services by voice, pre-recorded message and/or text message using automated technology, at the phone number provided, including wireless numbers. I understand that my consent is not required to attend University of Massachusetts Global. Privacy Policy