They are Teach For America. Corps members commit two years to Teach For America. After attending a national pre-service training institute and a local orientation to their schools and communities, corps members are hired by school districts which traditionally suffer from teache r shortages. Corps members assume teaching positions in urban and rural public schools, and Teach For America provides them with ongoing support and professional development. Teach For America seeks talented and dedicated individuals who are passionate in the belief that all children deserve an equal opportunity to an excellent education.
Any person is welcome to apply regardless of academic major.
Teach For America draws its strength from the diverse backgrounds and experiences of its corps members. Teach For America primarily recruites non-education majors and applicants who are not certified, as the program is designed for these applicants. Teach For America makes a particular effort to recruit people of color, bilingual speakers, and math, sci ence, and foreign language majors. While all corps members must have bachelor's degrees, no previous education coursework is required. Teach For America does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.