The Residency Lab
Characteristics Planning Tool
The Key Characteristics Planning Tool is a structured resource designed to help teacher residency programs systematically assess and improve their design based on ten research-based characteristics of effective California residencies. It functions as a self-assessment and strategic planning document, prompting residency partners to review each characteristic, identify specific evidence and indicators of success, and plan actionable next steps for continuous improvement in key areas like Equity and Justice, Authentic Partnerships, and Mentorship.