The Urban Teaching Fellows Program

Other programs assume that since you are bright and well educated, you will be able to teach with virtually no training.  The Urban Teaching Fellows Program knows that even "natural teachers" need support and guidance from experienced mentors. 

Because our entire year is about training, you won't receive rudimentary training during a few weeks of the summer and then be thrown into the role of a full time teacher.  Instead, you will have a chance to find your place in the school, get to know the students and the staff, and observe veteran teachers at work during the first phase of the program.

When you and your mentor decide that you are ready, you will begin planning and teaching lessons.  You will get feedback and help from your mentor as you refine your teaching style. 

By the third phase of the program, you will be in full charge of at least one class, but your mentor will continue to be with you offering both support and constructive criticism.

By design, this program is flexible.  Each fellow has a unique experience in the program and brings to it his/her own interests and experiences.





Watch our video for an overview of the program.