Teach Family & Consumer Science

Become a

California FCS Teacher

Family & Consumer Sciences teachers are in high demand as California program enrollment continues to rise. Throughout California, Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation; Fashion and Interior Design; and Education and Child Development are prominent industries that help Calfiornai’s economy grow. These industries are reliant on a continuous source of qualified, employable individuals. The critical shortage of Family & Consumer Sciences teachers is detrimental to this workforce supply.

Throughout California, Family & Consumer Sciences programs are preparing over 115,000 students to become leaders in their future careers. The Teach FCS Campaign is committed to ensuring an abundant supply of high-quality and diverse FCS teachers who will cultivate the next generation of problem solvers, leaders, entrepreneurs and community members. Do what you love. Love what you do. Teach FCS!

What is FCS?

Sign up to participate at the

Say Yes to FCS Signing Ceremony

at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference

We are excited you have committed to becoming an FCS teacher and to going to college to pursue this career. Join us at the Banquet Session at the 2025 California FCCLA State Leadership Conference for a special signing ceremony to share with California FCCLA members that you have committed to becoming an FCS teacher.

Explore Pathways

Every FCS teacher has a unique background and pathway to how they became an FCS teacher. In California, there is a place for you to impact future generations of students. Whether you're a high school or college student ready to learn about career options or you're an industry professional ready to make a career change, find out the best path to becoming a credentialed FCS teacher.

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