If you’re interested in service after graduation, make sure to attend the joint information session with Peace Corps, Americorps, City Year and Teach for America! It is happening Wednesday, October 24th at 4:00PM in Thomson Hall 134. 

If you are interested in applying for Teach For America, the next deadline is Friday, November 2nd. 

Read more below to learn about Teach For America, the application process and an upcoming resume workshop!

The Basics of Teach For America:

·         Corps members are full-time teachers

·         Training, support and career development opportunities including a master’s degree pathway

·         Option to preference regional placement (46 regions across 35 states) and teaching assignment (preK-12, all content areas)

·         Full salary ranging from $25,500 to $51,000 plus benefits

·         Student loan assistance (access to AmeriCorps education grant and federal loan deferral)

·         All majors and career interests encouraged to apply, regardless of teaching experience

The application requires a one page resume along with a 500 word letter of intent. Recommendations and transcripts are submitted only at a final interview. 

A resume workshop will be run on Tuesday, October 30th 6:00PM (location TBD) with a member of Teach for America Selection Team who will outline what the organization is looking for and to provide tips to improve your resume

For more information

Website: teachforamerica.org

Facebook: facebook.com/TFAatUW

Email: katherine.kleitsch@teachforamerica.org