Summer Teaching Fellow
Service Quick Read
Breakthrough’s highly-rated Teaching Fellowship takes place every summer. With its “all-day, every day” nine-week commitment, Breakthrough’s trademark summer Teaching Fellowship is very intense. It is a lifestyle more than a job … an unmatched opportunity to make a real impact on students and the world. To learn more about the Breakthrough Teaching Fellowship click here.
Responsibilities:
- Learn lesson planning, classroom management, instructional strategies, feedback techniques, and other essential learning tools
- Receive regular coaching from professional educators
- Lead family conferences and participate in team meetings
- Teach core academic classes (math, science,Social Studies, literature) and elective classes (e.g., foreign language, dance, art)
- Collaborate with colleagues in a challenging, fun, and supportive environment
- Work with a diverse group of highly motivated students, staff, and teachers
- Learn how to receive and deliver actionable feedback
- Practice presentation skills
- Hone time management and project planning skills
Living Stipend and Education Awards:
Each Teaching Fellow will receive a $4,500 stipend to be used for living expenses. All returning teachers will receive an additional $500. Applicants who are accepted into the program will become 2023 Summer AmeriCorps members and Breakthrough Teaching Fellows and will qualify for an education award upon completion of their service with Breakthrough Twin Cities. The award can be applied to qualifying expenses, such as payment directly to a college institution for tuition and fees.