Here’s a snapshot of what’s going on right now in the Ed Studies department.
The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants’s Youth Team is launching a new afterschool program for refugee and immigrant youth in the New Haven area. They are looking for volunteers to provide English language tutoring, homework help, and college readiness for middle and high school students. They are also seeking volunteer drivers to transport students to and from the program. The program meets weekly from 3:30 to 6 at Yale’s MENA Cultural Community (305 Crown Street). Contact michelle.lee.mel99@yale.edu with any questions. Learn more and apply here.
The Education Collaboratory at Yale’s reserach study, Disability Discourse Matters, is seeking 2-3 undergraduate education studies students interested in disability rights, K-12 policy, and AI. Disability Discourse Matters collects statements by political leaders about disability, creating a dataset that captures how disability is discussed in the public sphere. Over time, this data will support deeper analysis of how shifts in language relate to changes in law, policy, and public attitudes. Students will work between 5 to 15 asynchronus hours a week. Interested students can email Dr. Christina Cipriano at christina.cipriano@yale.edu to learn more and set up a time to discuss further.
The New Haven Community of Adult English Leaners is seeking tutors to teach English to local language learners. The opportunity does not require tutors to be fluent in another language, and offers training to prospective tutors. The virtual tutoring commitment is 1 hour/week. To learn more about the opportunity or to ask any questions, please contact deirdre.hamilton@new-haven.k12.ct.us.
The Yale Institution for Social and Policy Studies (ISPS) is funding undergraduate student research under its Democratic Innovations program. This can include research funding for senior theses, term papers, summer research, or other independent student research activities. Under this program, students who have research proposals about innovative democratic governance can submit proposals to receive up to $2,000 in research funding. Application instructions and additional information can be found here. Please email any questions to Professor Josh Kalla, the Democratic Innovations Faculty Coordinator, at josh.kalla@yale.edu. Proposals will be reviewed on a rolling monthly basis subject to available funding. To be considered, proposals must be submitted by the 10th of each month.
Curious Cardinals is an education company that provides K-12 students with an online forum to discover and pursue their passions with the guidance of college mentors. They are currently searching for STEM student mentors in particular. The position offers flexible hours, $40-60 dollars an hour, and access to professional networking events, a social community, and future job opportunities. Learn more about the position and apply here. Please direct all questions to Curious Cardinals Campus Ambassadors Creed (creed.gardiner@yale.edu) or Devon (devon.sawyer@yale.edu). Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
LEAP is based in New Haven and works with low-income local children, teenagers, and youth adults to provide them with free academic and employment supports, social enrichment, and leadership development. They are seeking a creative, highly organized, detail-oriented graduate for their Grant Writer position. The position supports their $7.3M annual operating budget by managing the full grant lifecycle. This position is full time with a hybrid schedule. Learn more about the position responsibilities, qualifications, and salary here. Apply here. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Harvard’s Teaching and Teaching Leadership Master’s Program is a one-year, full-time, residential Ed.M. program that prepares educators to transform learning, advance equity, and lead meaningful change in classrooms, schools, and communities. There are two strands: the Teaching Licensure Strand prepares individuals who want to become licensed secondary teachers in Massachusetts in English, science, math, or history, with both a residency and internship option. Learn more and apply for the Teacher Licensure Strand here, due November 1. The second stand is the Teaching and Leading Strand, which is designed for experienced educators who want to deepen their practice or pursue leadership roles. Learn more and apply for the Teacher Licensure Strand here, due January 5. Learn more about fellowships for these programs here. Reach out to rakim_williams@gse.harvard.edu with any questions.
The Yale-China Association invites graduating seniors to apply for the Yale-China Fellowship, a two-year program for Yale graduates to teach English language or writing in mainland China or Hong Kong. Fellows live and work in teams of four, gain professional experience, study Mandarin or Cantonese, and engage in meaningful cultural exchange. Learn more and apply at yalechina.org/ycf or email education@yalechina.org. There is an early deadline of December 1, 2025, and a final deadline of February 26, 2026.
Register for one of the following information sessions below by emailing education@yalechina.org. All information sessions will take place at 442 Temple St.
• Nov 7 – 1 pm
• Nov 11 – 4–6 pm (Dim Sum Teahouse with Former Fellows)
• Nov 19 – 3 pm
The Teacher’s College is encouraging those interested in applied linguistiscs and language teaching careers to apply to the Applied Linguistic and TESOL Program. Learn more about their program and information sessions using the flyer below. See the program website and apply here. The priority deadline is January 15, 2026, with the final deadline on April 1, 2026.
Yale University has announced a significant expansion of its Teaching Fellowship Program in collaboration with New Haven Public Schools and Southern Connecticut State University. The expansion includes a new ‘Teacher Pipeline Track’ that merges the existing New Teachers Track and the Paraprofessionals and Support Staff Track. This initiative will train and place up to 100 master’s-level teachers over four years in high-need areas like mathematics, science, and special education, addressing a district-wide shortage of certified educators. Fellows will receive full tuition coverage in exchange for a commitment to teach in New Haven Public Schools for at least three years after graduation.
The New Haven Museum seeks recent graduates with demonstrated experience in education to play an important role in the Museum teaching and assisting with programming. This includes K-12 field trips and offsite programs in schools, New Haven History Day, family and community events, public programs, and other events. Candidates will be considered for a part-time or full-time position depending on their qualifications and schedules. Read more about the position and apply here. Direct any questions to education@newhavenmuseum.org. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
The ACE Teaching Fellowship is a graduate teaching fellowship and formation experience at the University of Notre Dame. The program allows students to earn a tuition-free Master of Education while serving two years as a K-12 teacher and having an impact in Catholic schools. Direct any questions to dayra.mejia-reyes@yale.edu. Learn more and apply at https://ace.nd.edu/programs/teach.
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