Launch your purpose-driven career with City Teaching Alliance! Become a highly prepared educator through hands-on classroom experience, a Master of Arts in Teaching, dual certification, and unparalleled coaching and support. We’re seeking passionate individuals in Elementary Education, Secondary Math, and Secondary Literacy in Greater DC Metro, Baltimore, Central Maryland, Dallas, and Philadelphia. Fellows commit to at least three years in the classroom, building lasting impact from day one.

Why Join Us: City Teaching Alliance prepares educators through our 5Cs framework:

Coaching & Mentoring: Personalized guidance to maximize your impact.

Clinical Teaching Experience: Gain real-world classroom experience in high-need schools.

Coursework: Earn a Master’s in Teaching from American University while you teach.

Certification: Dual content area and Special Education certification.

Community: Join a network of 2,400+ educators empowering students nationwide.

Start Date

Mid-June 2026

About City Teaching Alliance

City Teaching Alliance is dedicated to identifying, preparing, and retaining exceptional career educators who are empowered and equipped to make a lasting impact on the academic and life outcomes of all learners. Our work is rooted in the belief that every student deserves an excellent teacher, every excellent teacher deserves robust instructional and certification support, and that every district deserves access to a strong pipeline of teacher talent. Your career starts here.

Reasons to Apply

Make your profession your passion: Innovate, create, and transform learning in high-need schools.

Grow your career: Gain the skills, credentials, and network to advance in education.

Be part of a community: Collaborate with hundreds of educators dedicated to equitable education.

-Bachelor's degree by June 2026

-Minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA

-US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or DACA recipient

At City Teaching Alliance, we’re looking for people like you—driven, resilient, and passionate about making a difference for students in urban schools. If you’re someone who values equity, thrives on building relationships, and is open to learning and growing through feedback, you’ll find a home here. We want candidates who communicate with purpose, persevere through challenges, and bring cultural awareness to their teaching. Most of all, we’re looking for future educators who are ready to step into the classroom as leaders, make a lasting impact, and grow into the kind of teacher every student deserves.

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

City Teaching Alliance is dedicated to identifying, preparing, and retaining exceptional career educators who are empowered and equipped to make a lasting impact on the academic and life outcomes of all learners.