Teacher Resident

Want to make a difference in the lives of students in Kansas City? Apply today to be a teaching resident with The Educator Academy. To apply, go to https://educator-academy.org/apply-residency/ and fill out the application online.

The Educator Academy

The Educator Academy (EA) is a teacher preparation and development program. We believe the best way to improve educational equity throughout our city is to increase the number of excellent teachers in our schools. Using a nationally proven model that emphasizes mentorship, hands-on experience, and intensive coaching, EA helps passionate individuals transform into incredible teachers who are changing the lives of students in Kansas City.

Program Overview

Year 1 (Teaching Resident)

• Gain over 1,200 hours of classroom experience with a Mentor Teacher
• Receive weekly observations and feedback from an Educator Academy Instructional Coach
• Attend Seminar and Methods courses
• Earn a State of Missouri teacher certification
  
  

Years 2-3 (Resident Graduate)

• Complete Master’s Degree in Teaching in Year 2 (Optional)
• Receive job placement support from EA
• Become a teacher of record in a partner school
• Continue to receive coaching, support, and leadership opportunities from EA
  
  

Eligibility Qualifications

• Undergraduate College Degree
• Minimum 2.0 Undergraduate GPA
• Commitment to three years in Kansas City
• Passion for educational equity
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• All majors and backgrounds are eligible to apply
  
  

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Relocation assistance
• Gradual release of responsibilities
• Mentor teacher partnership
• Job placement support
• MO teacher certification
• Master’s Degree (optional)
• Coaching and feedback
• Community
• Access to medical benefits
• Quality professional development
  
  

**TO APPLY, GO TO https://educator-academy.org/apply-residency/ AND FILL OUT THE APPLICATION ONLINE**

Job Type: Full-time