Black Teacher Residency

Job Summary The Educate ME Foundation’s Black Teacher Residency (BTR) program is a transformative pathway for aspiring Black educators, designed to develop, support, and equip them with the skills and resources needed to become effective K-12 teachers. In partnership with Marian University’s Klipsch Educators College, BTR residents will earn a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree while gaining hands-on experience teaching full-time within a partner school. The program also provides a full scholarship, a full first-year salary, and access to mental health and homeownership support. The program concludes after two years, with residents graduating fully licensed and ready to lead their own classrooms. Program Components • Targeted Recruitment and Development • Focus on attracting Black candidates committed to a career in education. • Comprehensive training and development program designed to nurture and prepare future educators. • University and District Partnership • Collaboration with Marian University’s Klipsch Educators College and local K-12 schools to ensure a well-rounded, real-world teaching experience. • Structured, Gradual Release Model • Emphasis on supportive growth through a model that fosters independence while ensuring strong mentorship and guidance. • Financial Assistance • Full scholarship covering tuition costs and reducing financial barriers, along with a full first-year salary for residents. Benefits • Full Scholarship: BTR residents will receive a full scholarship to cover tuition for the MAT degree at Marian University. • Salary: Residents will earn a full-time salary during their residency year. • 1:1 Mentorship: Residents will be paired with an experienced, highly effective mentor teacher in their first year. • Cohort Model: Residents will progress through the program alongside a cohort, fostering peer support and collaboration. • Homeownership Assistance: Residents aspiring to become first-time homeowners may qualify for support through the Black Teacher Fund. • Mental Health Support: Free therapy sessions provided through partnerships with local community mental health providers. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for the Black Teacher Residency program, applicants must meet the following requirements: • Self-Identify as Black • Bachelor’s Degree: Conferred by June 1, 2024, with a minimum GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale) • Official Transcripts • Meet Marian University Admissions Requirements: Complete all requirements for admission to Marian University’s Klipsch Educators College • Legal Work Eligibility: Meet all legal requirements to work in the U.S. • Criminal Background Check • Teaching License Status: Cannot hold an active professional teaching certificate. Conditional, emergency, substitute, and temporary licenses expired for 3 or more years are acceptable. Additional Requirement: While minimum test scores are not required, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in basic academic skills by submitting one of the following assessments: • ACT • SAT • GRE • Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test • Earned Master’s Degree with Official Transcript Apply Job!