Description
Who We Are
Teach For America recruits, trains, and supports talented and ambitious recent college grads and professionals to teach in high-need communities and bolster the national effort for educational equity. TFA corps members become leaders within the education field and across sectors, united in their advocacy for students and families in high-need communities.
Who You Are:
Joining Teach For America is a great fit if you:
· Are passionate about equity and social justice
· Are hungry for a job where you can make a deep impact or continue your career of service
· Are eager to learn and grow personally and professionally
· Are looking to join a diverse network of like-minded leaders
What You’ll Do
You will lead a classroom in one of 53 high-need urban and rural regions across the country. You will work in partnership with colleagues, parents, and community members to set ambitious goals for your students and support them on their journey to achieving them. Teach For America teachers teach all grade levels including early childhood education (preschool/pre-K), kindergarten, elementary/primary school, school, and high school.
You'll be matched to where you can have the greatest possible impact. Our corps members teach a variety of subjects, including (but not limited to): science, math, computer science, humanities, language arts, English, reading, special education, Spanish/bilingual education, ESL, history, social studies, and many more.
What You’ll Need:
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, a completed a bachelor’s degree (by 6/30/2019) and be a citizen, permanent resident of the United States or have DACA status. We actively seek to recruit a highly diverse corps and encourage individuals of all racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds to apply.
Who We Are
Teach For America recruits, trains, and supports talented and ambitious recent college grads and professionals to teach in high-need communities and bolster the national effort for educational equity. TFA corps members become leaders within the education field and across sectors, united in their advocacy for students and families in high-need communities.
Who You Are:
Joining Teach For America is a great fit if you:
· Are passionate about equity and social justice
· Are hungry for a job where you can make a deep impact or continue your career of service
· Are eager to learn and grow personally and professionally
· Are looking to join a diverse network of like-minded leaders
What You’ll Do
You will lead a classroom in one of 53 high-need urban and rural regions across the country. You will work in partnership with colleagues, parents, and community members to set ambitious goals for your students and support them on their journey to achieving them. Teach For America teachers teach all grade levels including early childhood education (preschool/pre-K), kindergarten, elementary/primary school, school, and high school.
You'll be matched to where you can have the greatest possible impact. Our corps members teach a variety of subjects, including (but not limited to): science, math, computer science, humanities, language arts, English, reading, special education, Spanish/bilingual education, ESL, history, social studies, and many more.
What You’ll Need:
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, a completed a bachelor’s degree (by 6/30/2019) and be a citizen, permanent resident of the United States or have DACA status. We actively seek to recruit a highly diverse corps and encourage individuals of all racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds to apply.
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Living Allowance
$2500
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$4600 monthly
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Relocation allowance (if applicable), Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
You will inspire your students to think beyond their current classrooms and chart their course to a bright future full of possibility.
You will receive:
- pre-corps training
- ongoing professional development and support
- full salary and benefits
- teaching credential
- (optional) Masters in Education
You’ll have limitless opportunities to challenge yourself and your thinking while gaining access to numerous career pathways, a 50,000 strong alumni network, and graduate school and employer partnerships.
Education Requirements
College Graduate
Desired Languages
English