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Reasons to Join Teach For America


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Grow as a leader

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Grow as a leader

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Collaborate with communities in need

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Collaborate with communities in need

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Join a coalition of changemakers

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Join a coalition of changemakers

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Start making a difference now

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Start making a difference now

We Have What You’re Looking For

We train college students, recent graduates, and young professionals from every major and background to teach or tutor in schools.
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Full-Time Teaching

Get certified, trained, and supported in a new or advancing career as a classroom teacher

 

Applications open through March, 2027

 

  • Full-time
  • Full salary and benefits
  • All majors and backgrounds welcome
  • Choose from ~40 locations across the country
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Part-Time Tutoring

Get proximate to kids and education while you're still in college or grad school as a virtual tutor

 

Apply by November 18

 

  • Paid and part-time
  • Choose your schedule
  • All majors and backgrounds welcome
  • Virtual, work from anywhere

Why TFA

“Teach For America gave me one of the greatest gifts: my why. And that why—that fire—lights in me to this day.”

 

 

 

Eric, Eastern North Carolina Corps

“I feel like I’ve had the most support through Teach For America… Throughout this whole process, I felt like there was someone always, always in my corner.”

Alexander, Greater Philadelphia Corps

“The corps was very much aligned with my beliefs about the world and my values already. It didn’t change them for me, it strengthened them, deepened them, and gave me the language to talk about it.”

Mariana, Los Angeles Corps

“TFA’s mission of seeking equity for all deeply resonated with me and reminded me of my former teachers, some of whom were from TFA who, thanks to their constant encouragement, helped me get to and through college.”

José, Rio Grande Valley Corps

“The corps experience was absolutely incredible. Leadership is a huge focus—making sure you are a leader in the classroom, and outside of the classroom as well.”

Sourjya, Memphis Corps

“My kids have the ability to change the world, I promise you, they can set this world on fire.”

Erin, Eastern North Carolina Corps

I also believed that an organization led by young people was my best shot at finding the like-minded rabble-rousers I thought that the educational movement in Memphis needed.”

Kimberly, Memphis Corps

“If I’m at a TFA event and I’m like, "as a first-year teacher this is my problem," 30 hands go up immediately with solutions and ideas … where else can you get that?” 

Patrick, Detroit Corps

“My students teach me daily that love is a superpower. They’ve taught me who I am and who I want to be.”

 

Berol, Baltimore Corps

“I knew I wanted to go through Teach For America because of their mission … and what it means for kids that look like me.” 

 

 

Danielle, D.C. Region Corps

“I want to support children, aid them in realizing how powerful and brilliant they are, and most importantly constantly remind them that they matter.”

Yendeli, Greater New Orleans Corps

“[Teach For America] wants the teachers to know about themselves before they enter the classroom, so that they can better understand their students.” 

 

 

Dalton, D.C. Region Corps

“I believe teaching is the most important yet most undervalued profession in the entire world. I wouldn’t be where I am today had it not been for teachers that inspired me so I want to give that back.”

Will, Greater Philadelphia Corps

Be a Local Leader With a National Support System

Joining TFA builds work experience you’ll be proud of. But it won’t be easy. Under-resourced schools need committed people for students navigating challenges inside and outside the classroom. In exchange, you’ll master high-stakes leadership and problem-solving that most peers won’t touch for years.

You’ll be trained and backed by a local and national support system, gaining the influence and connections needed to drive positive change wherever your career takes you. Up for the challenge? Learn more about our programs and where we work.

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Just the Facts, Please

Get answers to your questions about how to apply, how each program works, and how to explain all of this to your grandma.

See What Impact Could Look Like For You