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Tutor with Ignite

It’s virtual. It’s paid. It’s impactful. It fits your schedule.

The Ignite Fellowship is a rewarding, meaningful way to gain unique, hands-on experience as you put your passion for educational equity into action.

Get paid to spark learning, belonging, and connection with kids as a part-time, online tutor with the Ignite Fellowship. Apply by April 30 for our Fall 2025 cohort.
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So Many Reasons to Apply to Ignite

As an Ignite fellow you will:

  • Instruct and mentor a small group of kids, usually 2-3   
  • Tutor online, connecting over Zoom, Teams, or similar tools 
  • Work 3-5 hours per week for a term (14 weeks): 
    • Weeks 1 + 2: Build your skills through onboarding 
    • Weeks 3-14: Partner directly with a small group of students 
  • Build relationships and foster belonging with kids 
  • Accelerate learning in in elementary reading, middle school math, and high school post-secondary access 
  • Receive a financial award for your semester of service 

Requirements for Participation in the Ignite Fellowship

Requirements for Participation in the Ignite Fellowship

At a minimum, fellows must:

  • Be current undergrads, grad students, TFA alums, or renewing fellows 
  • Have at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA (or 3.0 high school for college freshman)
  • Be available to work up to 5 hours per week during K-12 school hours
  • Be authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years old
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Qualities we look for are:

  • Deep belief in kids and families facing systemic racism and/or poverty 
  • Bold vision setting and the ability to create meaningful change
  • Effective collaboration with people from different backgrounds and perspectives
  • Desire to learn from people, experiences, and self-reflection
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Become an Ignite Fellow

Join a paid, part-time tutoring and mentoring fellowship that suits your strengths, availability, and passions—and maximize the undeniable impact and meaningful difference you can make with students.