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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

What does a typical week as an Ignite fellow look like?

The commitment with students is entirely virtual and during K-12 school hours. Given our program is hyper-local, school schedules vary based on need and time zone.

Typically, fellows can expect to work virtually with students directly for about 2 hours a week, and complete any collaboration, prep, or independent work for about 2 hours a week. 

Both days and times with students are pre-set and cannot be adjusted. However, you will have the opportunity to choose the student learning group that works best for your schedule.

Some example schedules:

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Teach For America Ignite pay? When is payment issued?

Ignite fellows are not employees of TFA but do receive a financial award for their service, ranging from $800 - $1,200 in the fall and $1,000 - $1,400 in the spring. Award amount is based on the tutoring start date you choose, your attendance, and renewing for a second semester. Fellows will receive your financial award via direct deposit as a lump sum, pre-tax after completing your Fellowship commitment (Dec/Jan for fall fellows, May for spring fellows).

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Ignite admissions team look for in an applicant?

  • Desire to work alongside K-12 students to positively impact their learning, growth and sense of belonging.
  • Interest in and knowledge of Teach For America’s mission working to create educational excellence for all children.
  • Ability to build relationships across lines of difference.
  • Evidence of fulfilling commitments with a strong orientation to learning and self reflection.
  • Ability to organize schedule to participate in training, onboarding, and Fellowship readiness prior to the start of tutoring with students.
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