Purpose
The New Teacher & Leadership Development (NTLD) unit is approved and accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and offers a range of programs which provide credential pathways for aspiring teachers and administrators. NTLD credentials hold the same value and integrity as credentials earned via a university-based program and are valid anywhere in California. Each program is designed to develop talented, dedicated, and eager educators who are trained to expand equity and access for all students.
Vision
Teachers and administrators prepared through NTLD are dedicated and well-equipped to support California’s diverse learner population.
IMPACT Intern Programs - For those seeking a preliminary multiple subject, single subject, or education specialist teaching credential
Teacher Induction Program - For those seeking to clear a preliminary multiple subject, single subject, or education specialist credential
iLead Administrative Services Programs - For those seeking a preliminary administrative services credential (PASC) or clear administrative services credential (CASC)
Career Technical Education Programs - For those seeking a preliminary CTE credential or clear CTE credential
Meet the Team
George Rodriguez, Ed.D., Administrator
george.rodriguez@tcoe.org
Jasmin Polloni, Secretary
jasmin.polloni@tcoe.org
Michelle French, Program Manager
michelle.french@tcoe.org
Courtney Kirchman, Program Manager
courtney.kirchman@tcoe.org
Vang Thao, Program Manager
vang.thao@tcoe.org
Perla Arredondo, Recruitment Analyst
perla.arredondo@tcoe.org
Gabbi Barnes, Recruitment Analyst
gabbi.barnes@tcoe.org
Tara Tobin, Recruitment Analyst
tara.tobin@tcoe.org
Natalie Manfredo, Program Specialist
natalie.manfredo@tcoe.org
Kathy Thompson, Recruitment Specialist
kathyt@tcoe.org
Contact Information
Office:
(559) 624-1035
Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday - 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
NTLD staff is available for in-person meetings by appointment only.
Please contact staff to schedule an appointment.
When dropping off or mailing documents to NTLD, please clearly label the envelope as shown below:
Tulare County Office of Education
ATTN: NTLD
P.O. Box 5091
Visalia, CA 93278-5091
NTLD Physical Address (Dropbox available outside of main entrance):
Tulare County Office of Education
ATTN: NTLD
6200 S. Mooney Blvd.
Visalia, CA 93277
Non-Discrimination Policy
TCOE’s Educator Preparation Programs do not discriminate against or permit harassment of any applicant on the basis of the person’s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.