Join Texas Teaching Fellows. Become part of something bigger.

You are needed in content areas often plagued by teacher shortages, including math, science, special education, and bilingual education. You can be teaching in classrooms by fall 2010!

The Texas Teaching Fellows program is seeking a select group of achievement-oriented individuals to use their knowledge to teach students in Dallas and surrounding areas. As a Texas Education Agency approved alternative certification program, we are committed to finding and training outstanding individuals to become teachers in the fall of 2010.

No previous experience or coursework in education is necessary. Those with math, science, or bilingual backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

Candidates benefit from:
• Streamlined certification program. Earn your standard teaching certification in one year, while completing an internship on a probationary certificate.
• Assistance in securing a teaching position. Receive support in your job search through resume and cover letter workshops, mock interviews and referrals to districts.
• Intensive pre-service training Institute. Includes a student teaching component and content-based small group instruction.
• Timely and relevant professional development. Training and support continue throughout the school year.
• Full teacher’s salary and benefits ($40,000 – $45,000). Earn income while completing your certification requirements.
• Support network. Forge connections with TTF faculty and staff, peers, and district personnel.

Minimum requirements are:
• A bachelor’s degree by June 2010
• A minimum 2.75 GPA
• Eligible to work in the U.S. (TTF cannot sponsor Work Visas)
• Must not hold a standard teaching certificate from any state

Visit our website at www.texasteachingfellows.org for more information or to apply.

Think big. Become a teacher.