Looking to join the TFA Corps?
Teach for two years and start a career grounded in purpose.
Looking to tutor with Ignite?
Mentor students to success, part-time, and get paid.
Our Culture
We do life-changing work.
At TFA, we pursue opportunity for all by building courageous, resilient teams that lead with empathy and never stop learning.
Hear it from our staff.
Working at Teach For America has shown me that lasting change begins with opportunity, and I'm passionate about turning educational opportunity into action by supporting a mission that helps all students reach their full potential.”
Trina Uy Greater Tulsa 2019, Donor Communications at TFA
I'm energized by solving complex challenges alongside brilliant, mission-driven teammates—and by helping prepare the next generation of leaders who will expand opportunities for students.”
Xavier Suarez Miami-Dade 2012, Managing Director, Matriculation Generalist at TFA
I get to build the tech systems that help recruiters meet and connect with people who could change a classroom. That's worth showing up for every day.”
Emma Kruse New Mexico 2014, Innovation Analytics & Technology at TFA
Many Ways to Make Work, Work
We offer hybrid, fully remote, and in-office positions in communities across the country, so you can help drive change where you work best.
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Pre-Service Roles
Help young leaders develop the skills they need to succeed in the classroom.
Recruitment Team Roles
Inspire rising leaders to join TFA’s mission across college campuses and in the professional world.
Application Timeline
01
Submit application.
Apply for no more than three positions at a time. Your cover letter and experience should reflect the positions you are applying for.
02
Get invited to interview.
Due to candidate volume, we typically only contact candidates moving forward. If invited, you'll get an email with resources on life at TFA, our values, and our offices.
03
Complete a first interview.
First interviews are typically by phone. Share your past accomplishments and your interest in and fit with the role. If you've applied to multiple positions, we'll only consider you for the roles you're best suited for.
04
Subsequent Interview(s)
After your initial interview, you may be invited to one or more additional interviews with the hiring manager and other team members. The number of interviews varies by role and candidate.
05
Reference Checks
Once our hiring managers have identified a finalist, they will talk to the candidate’s references. This is to get another lens on the candidate’s strengths and areas of development.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. TFA runs on a wide range of functions, including recruitment, marketing, program design, career development, operations, data, and more. What matters most is a genuine commitment to expanding opportunity for kids and the communities we work in. That said, lived experience in education or in the communities TFA serves is something we value and look for.
TFA offers opportunities across a wide range of teams, including recruitment, marketing, communications, technology, people and culture, operations, finance, regional programming, and leadership development. Full-time, part-time, and seasonal opportunities are available throughout the year.
Many staff members build long-term careers at TFA through internal mobility, leadership development opportunities, and cross-functional experiences. Others leverage the skills and network they build at TFA to advance their impact in education, nonprofits, government, and the private sector.
No. TFA evaluates candidates based on their qualifications, experiences, and potential to succeed in the role. While many staff members are alumni, candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Yes. Qualifications and expectations vary by position. Review each job description carefully for role-specific requirements, timelines, and responsibilities.
