AmeriCorps: National Teaching Fellowship (Class of '21) (San Jose)
HELP STUDENTS DISCOVER AND ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS. JOIN THE NATIONAL TEACHING FELLOWSHIP IN CALIFORNIA AND MASSACHUSETTS.
As an AmeriCorps National Teaching Fellow at Citizen Schools, you'll change the lives of middle school students. You'll serve as a member of a diverse team of caring adults dedicated to transforming the school day for middle school students in low-income communities. We do this by adding three hours to the end of the school day, during which students receive additional academic support in math or language arts, complete homework in structured sessions and participate in hands-on apprenticeships taught by volunteer professionals from the community.
As a National Teaching Fellow, you will be performing an extraordinary act of citizenship, helping the nation to address one of its greatest challenges, educating our youth in ways that promote self belief, college readiness, and the skills needed to achieve their dreams. It is an opportunity that leads to a better future for students, yet it also holds rich benefits for those willing to dedicate two years of their life to national service through AmeriCorps. That's why we call the opportunity: Teach, Serve, Grow.
All National Teaching Fellow positions begin in July 2020 with Summer Institute, an intensive training program during which you will learn the skills needed to successfully serve in low-income schools and deliver high-quality academic enrichment to students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & SERVICE MEMBER FUNCTIONS
During your two years as a National Teaching Fellow you will:
SERVE: The ability to connect with students day-to-day and help them through the difficult years of middle school is a profound opportunity for many individuals who join the Fellowship. Fellows are eager to impact the academics of students directly, but also have the opportunity to influence student growth through the lens of a mentor and coach.
TEACH: Driving academic outcomes is a core component of our mission. On many campuses our Fellows push in or pull out small groups of students to aid instruction that is occurring during the first shift. (occasionally Fellows may deliver new content in select regions only and may vary by campus). Teaching Fellows have an important role to play in the extension of learned content or “reteaching”/ reinforcing what was previously delivered by a member of the first shift.
GROW: Training and support are critical components of the Teaching Fellowship experience and contribute greatly to our Teaching Fellows' overall successes, both in their direct service and their personal/professional development. We are committed to providing ongoing coaching opportunities throughout their two years of service that will lead to student impact, as well as career advancement.
SERVICE FOR TEACHING FELLOWS WILL BEGIN WITH SUMMER TRAINING IN JULY, an intensive learning program designed to provide you with the skills needed to successfully serve students from underserved communities.
DECIDING TO SERVE
It takes a special person to work in education reform and to meet the challenges of today's schools. Before applying, please consider the following qualifications, skills, and experiences that we have found lead to success as a Teaching Fellow. No one candidate will meet every criteria; however, it is a good exercise to review the list in advance of submitting your application to ensure you believe you have “what it takes” to support middle school students to help them discover and achieve their dreams.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST MEET THESE EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO APPLY TO BE A TEACHING FELLOW.
If you are interested in serving and do not meet the education requirement, please take a look at our school support positions. Please note that the position locations may vary.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
National Teaching Fellows receive an annual living stipend of $23,550, paid out in bi-weekly installments of $905.77. Please note that the annual living wage is subject to tax.
In addition to this stipend, Teaching Fellows are eligible to receive these benefits while they are serving or upon successful completion of at least 1700 hours of service each year.
*For a more comprehensive view for each of the above benefits, please follow this link.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The admissions process is rigorous, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. You can learn more by visiting our website at www.citizenschools.org/national-teaching-fellowship.
PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Serving as a National Teaching Fellow with Citizen Schools requires members to be able to meet essential requirements in the following categories:
To learn more about specifics within these areas, please click here or contact a member of the Talent Team for more information.
KEEPING SCHOOLS SAFE
Qualified candidates are required to successfully complete local and AmeriCorps directed criminal history and sexual offender checks. The requirements for clearance differ by region and school district based on applicable law and what are defined allowable convictions locally.
You can learn more about AmeriCorps required checks by clicking here. Please note allowable offenses are dictated by the local municipality and can change at the discretion of local districts.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: Citizen Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability or veteran status. Citizen Schools is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team.
If specific accommodations are needed during your interview, and/or you have longer-term accommodation needs in order to fulfill the essential functions of this service opportunity, please contact a member of the Talent Team at and we will work to accommodate your needs.