What does the Ignite admissions team look for in an applicant?
We look for applicants who:
- Want to work directly with K–12 students and help them learn, grow, and feel like they belong.
- Believe all students can succeed and are motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact through education.
- Ability to build positive relationships with people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
- Follow through on commitments, learn from experience, and improve based on feedback.
- Can balance their responsibilities and make time for training, onboarding, and preparation before working with students.
- Are ready to commit to showing up consistently and completing the full Ignite Fellowship.