Discover a career that opens doors for you and the next generation. At Teach For
America, we’re on a mission to expand educational opportunities for children in underserved communities. By developing a coalition of advocates to break down barriers that hinder student success, we create more equitable ways for all students to learn, lead, and thrive inside and outside the classroom. It starts with individuals like
you. To make real change, we need a network of champions who are willing to learn and challenge systems that burden students in marginalized communities. That’s
why we recruit people with unique experiences, majors, backgrounds, and identities who are passionate about enhancing the lives of others through an equity lens. You work to change inequitable practices, structures, and policies
within your realm of influence You partner with diverse, inclusive groups to enhance communities You
strive to achieve ambitious, meaningful results that lead to opportunities for others You embrace new ideas to innovate and constantly improve You act on your beliefs and values, especially when it’s hard You seek out different perspectives and historical contexts to evolve your thinking and
actions Demonstrate ResilienceYou see every challenge as an opportunity to cultivate unique solutions Ready to take the next step? Enhance Your ExperienceTeach For America is more than just a two-year teaching program. In addition to a full-time teaching job, you’ll have access to a range of training, support, and leadership development opportunities to leverage the experience you already have. Whether you’re looking to become a teacher, pursuing ways to achieve social justice, or transitioning into a meaningful career, we can help you effectively champion underserved students in the classroom and beyond. When your school or district hires you as a full-time teacher, you will receive a full salary, benefits, and an opportunity to take advantage of financial incentives and the following perks: Interested in a teaching job?Interested in a teaching job?Become the teacher students can depend on and look up to. Gain comprehensive, long-term guidance from Teach For America’s equity-oriented training, practicum, mentors, and coaches. Benefits:
Interested in social justice?Interested in social justice?Get closer to social justice matters you care about. Tap into various Teach For America resources and access the knowledge needed to address systemic inequities that hinder students in and outside of school. Benefits:
Interested in a meaningful career?Interested in a meaningful career?Now’s the time to leverage your work experience and skills. Transform your career into an impactful one by utilizing Teach For America’s robust network of leadership partnerships, and opportunities. Benefits:
Multiply Your ImpactWhen you join Teach For America, you join a deep network of education advocates who will join you in the fight for students at every level of their careers. Connect, collaborate, and grow with 64,000+ experienced ed equity changemakers who have gone through the corps, will support you during your journey, and help bring your longer-term vision for equity to life. Professional Development OpportunitiesProfessional Development OpportunitiesTake your impact and ambitions to the next level through our workshops, fellowships, awards, foundational and collegiate partnerships, and more. Connect with Like-Minded PeopleConnect with Like-Minded PeopleParticipate in a regional social event, find a sense of belonging in an identity group, or attend one of our national conferences. Fuel Your Future CareerFuel Your Future CareerNo matter where your career takes you, TFA sets you up for success by helping you strengthen the transferable leadership skills you develop in the classroom. Stories of Impact |