Join the boldest and most innovative hand-raisers of your generation as a corps member with Teach For America. For two years, you will teach in one of America’s classrooms, fueling your students’ brilliance and opening a future of limitless possibilities.
Teach for America continues to be a popular choice for Yale College graduates.
Application deadlines on: September 16, October 25, and February 3
Meet with someone
Did you know Randy Coplin, External Recruitment Manager, is available to meet with you to talk about Teach for America, your interest, application tips, and more?
Is TFA for You?
If you want to co-create a more equitable future for all of us alongside the country’s brightest minds–its kids–TFA could be for you. Our corps members and alumni come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, yet they all share similar characteristics.
Personal skills & abilities:
- Innovation in the face of challenges
- Openness to feedback
- Ability to work in partnership with others
Core beliefs:
- A deep belief in the potential of all kids
- A passion for pursuing and achieving equity
- Respect for individuals’ diverse experiences
- A desire to learn about the historical context of the community where you work
Leadership qualities:
- Long-term commitment to reaching goals
- Capacity to set and attain ambitious goals
- Ability to think critically about any situation
Compensation and Benefits
As a corps member, you will be employed by a school district and receive the same salary, vacation, and comprehensive healthbenefits as other beginning teachers. Additional financial benefits from TFA may be available to help you transition to your new role.
Snapshot of corps member compensation:
- Salary
- Health insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Educator discounts
- Transitional financial support stipends
- Need-based funding is also available for those who qualify
- Access to scholarships and benefits from graduate schools and employers
- AmeriCorps benefits, including federal loan forbearance, interest accrual payments, and education awards may be available
LEARN ABOUT SPECIFIC SALARY INFORMATION AND MORE: teachforamerica.org/teach-for-america-corps
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