Paid Learning Opportunities

Professional Development Fellow for K-12 Educators

We are currently seeking Teachers College students who are enrolled in a Master's, EdM or Doctoral program, possess three or more years of K-12 teaching experience, and are interested in expanding their skills in professional development. 

This Fellowship provides students with an opportunity to engage in real-world projects, develop coaching and professional development skills alongside seasoned facilitators, receive mentorship and customized support through experiential and project-based learning, and cultivate transferable professional skills beyond the classroom. 

We are currently recruiting for all subject areas and grade levels. 

Desired availability:

• 8 - 16 hrs per week (on average)
  
• Available during school days (8am - 4pm)
  
• Available on Fridays for training and mentoring

The right candidates will:​

• Be enrolled in a MA, EdM, or Doctoral degree program at Teachers College, Columbia University
  
• Have three or more years of teaching experience in grades K-12 (Elementary, Middle, and/or High School)
  
• Have experience working within one/some of the these specific content areas: Math, Humanities, Social Studies, Science, ELA, Special Education, ELL/ENL
  
• Be familiar with one or more of the following: curriculum planning, project-based learning, differentiating instruction, assessment design, creating classroom culture, literacy instruction, data-informed instruction
  

The ideal candidates will also have:

• Teaching/coaching experience in secondary public schools in NYC 
  
• Familiarity with performance tasks and how they operate in a cycle of assessment
  
• A passion for providing professional development services to teachers  
  
• Experience and interest in facilitating through multiple modalities

To apply:
Interested candidates should email cpet@tc.edu with the following: 

• The title of the position in which you are applying in the subject line
• A current copy of your resume and a cover letter  
  
• A sample of teacher work and/or professional development materials that speak to your skills and experience as a teacher and/or PD facilitator
• In your cover letter, please describe your career goals and where you are in your TC program

Morse Fellowship for New Teachers

The Enid and Lester Morse Fellowship is a selective fellowship for Teachers College students interested in the mentoring and professional development of new teachers.

The Morse Fellow will work directly with Teachers College graduates who are members of the New Teacher Network (NTN@TC). The Fellow will gain practical experience in professional development by collaborating with NTN@TC coaches, mentoring new teachers, and assisting in the delivery of professional development programs. Along with a team of CPET coaches, curriculum developers, and instructional specialists, the Fellow will support the provision of services to new teachers in underserved schools.

Responsibilities include: 

• Develop and facilitate a workshop series or online course for new teachers 
• Offer formal and informal coaching sessions with NTN@TC members 
• Participate in CPET conferences and community meetings
• Conduct outreach to members & support with NTN@TC online platforms
• Promote NTN@TC at TC events
• Recruit new members for NTN@TC
• Maintain membership documentation

The ideal candidate will:

• Be participating in a Masters, EdM or Doctorate degree program at Teachers College, Columbia University 
• Have a minimum of 3 years K-12 teaching experience
• Have the capacity to commit 10 hours/week to this role
• See professional development as a catalyst for teacher retention
• Have a desire to participate in a dynamic professional community

To apply, please click here. ​

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