Overview
In New Jersey, Relay offers hybrid and online Master of Arts in Teaching and Advanced Certificate programs with the option to pursue New Jersey teacher certification. Relay students teaching in New Jersey enroll in Relay Camden.
Join our diverse community of practitioners focused on achievement, equity, and well-being of students and teachers.
Our Programs
Relay offers a variety of practice-based programs where aspiring and current teachers develop their skills to ensure that all students thrive.
Master of Arts in Teaching
- Teaching Residency
- MAT Degree
- Certification Option
This represents our program for Academic Year 2023-24.
Audience
Duration
(Typically 2 years)
Credits
Degree programs
These programs are pending final approval from the state, but are cleared to enroll students.
32 credits
MAT in Elementary Education
MAT in English Language Arts Education
MAT in Mathematics Education
MAT in Science Education
MAT in Social Studies Education
39 credits
MAT in Special Education
CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREAS
Students in this program may elect to pursue their teacher certification in one of the following areas. Certification must correspond with the content of their degree program.
Biological Science
Chemistry
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-6)
English
Mathematics
Physical Science
Physics
Social Studies
Only students in the MAT in Special Education may select this endorsement. Those students must also select another certification area for a dual endorsement.
Students with Disabilities
Students seeking Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-6) certification may also pursue a certification endorsement extension in one of these areas:
English, Language Arts, and Literacy (Grades 5-8)
Mathematics (Grades 5-8)
Science (Grades 5-8)
Social Studies (Grades 5-8)
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
Master of Arts in Teaching
- MAT Degree
- Certification Option
This represents our program for Academic Year 2023-24.
Audience
Duration
(Typically 2 years)
Credits
Degree Programs
32 credits
MAT in Elementary Education
MAT in English Language Arts Education
MAT in Mathematics Education
MAT in Science Education
MAT in Social Studies Education
39 credits
MAT in Special Education
CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREAS
Students in this program may elect to pursue their teacher certification in one of the following areas. Certification must correspond with the content of their degree program.
Biological Science
Chemistry
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-6)
English
Mathematics
Physical Science
Physics
Social Studies
Only students in the MAT in Special Education may select this endorsement. Those students must also select another certification area for a dual endorsement.
Students with Disabilities
Students seeking Elementary School Teacher (Grades K-6) certification may also pursue a certification endorsement extension in one of these areas:
English, Language Arts, and Literacy (Grades 5-8)
Mathematics (Grades 5-8)
Science (Grades 5-8)
Social Studies (Grades 5-8)
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
Advanced Certificate in Special Education
- Advanced Certificate
- Special Education Certification Option
This represents our program for Academic Year 2023-24.
Audience
Duration
(Typically 1 year)
Credits
CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREA
Students in this program may elect to pursue a Special Education certification in addition to the Graduate Certificate.
Students with Disabilities
Tuition & Fees
Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.
The Relay Approach
Since their founding, the Relay Newark and Relay Camden locations have graduated over 1,200 educators. Elementary Education (K-6) is the most popular content area; we have graduated a high number of teachers who work with young learners.
Faculty
Relay has nearly 140 experienced, supportive faculty across our campuses. Here is one example of a faculty member who teaches and advises our New Jersey students:
My educational philosophy lies somewhere between the African proverb, “The child who is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth,” and “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men,” by Frederick Douglass.
- Krystle A. Birdsal, Field Supervisor for Relay New Jersey
Krystle A. Birdsal is a Relay Field Supervisor in New Jersey. Krystle’s passions lie in the pursuit of educational equity for all. Originally from Greater Philadelphia, Krystle has completed her Master of Arts in Psychological Studies at UCLA after becoming a certified Elementary (K-6) and Special (N-12) teacher at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Beginning her career as a teacher in underrepresented communities in New Orleans, Krystle has scaled her impact on the field of education through curriculum writing and design, school leadership, teacher preparation, educational policy and advocacy, trauma-informed practice, and DEI consulting.
School and District Partners
Relay partners with several public school systems and schools in New Jersey. Here is just a sample:
- KIPP NJ
- Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
- North Star Academy
Teacher Recruitment Partners
- Teach For America
- New Jersey Public Charter School Association
Contact Details
Prospective students and prospective district partners can contact our team anytime at support@relay.edu
Prospective students can also fill out an interest form. See the right box below!
For School or System Leaders
Relay can help you develop your aspiring and current teachers to gain the vital skills and credentials needed to transform student lives.
For Aspiring or Current Teachers
Interested in finding out more about Relay’s programs? Learn more about the process by filling out this interest form. A team member will reach out to you!