Complete onboarding and build skills.
In weeks 1 and 2, you’ll complete 10 hours of virtual onboarding and be matched with an experienced educator to support your success.
The Teach for America Ignite Experience
Tutor online and mentor students for 14 weeks with ongoing support from experienced teachers and educators. You’ll learn how to connect with students, build leadership skills, and learn what it takes to succeed as a teacher.
Meet and build connection with students.
Build relationships that help students feel connected to their learning and empowered to be themselves in the classroom.
Tutor small groups in math, reading, and beyond.
Mentor small student groups in reading, math, or higher education access, providing the personalized learning they deserve.
Develop transferable leadership experience.
Build leadership, communication, and mentorship skills through ongoing training and coaching that apply to any career path.
Meet fellow purpose-driven leaders.
Join a supportive, inclusive community as you partner with students, teachers, and others in the Teach For America network.
Take a big step towards joining TFA Corps.
Complete one semester with Ignite, and you’ll be fast-tracked to the final interview for the TFA Corps, should you decide to apply.
It’s amazing the amount of growth that you can see in just a few months and that’s honestly what keeps me coming back to Ignite.”
Full benefits. Total support.
Get rewarded
Receive $1,000 per semester at the end of the term, plus opportunities to earn a $100 perfect attendance bonus and a $100 returning fellow bonus.
Work part-time
Work 3-5 hours per week per term in a tutoring placement that fits your schedule, and commit to attending every session throughout the semester.
Tutor virtually
Tutor students online using a platform designed for virtual learning, make a meaningful impact, and gain hands-on experience that can help launch a purpose-driven career from anywhere.
What it takes to TUTOR WITH IGNITE.
To Apply
- Currently an undergrad, grad student, TFA alum, or a renewing fellow
- Have at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA (or 3.0 high school for college freshman)
- Available to work up to 5 hours per week during K-12 school hour
- Authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years old
To Succeed
- Hold a deep belief in kids and families facing systemic barriers
- Set bold vision and have the ability to create meaningful change
- Collaborate effectively with people from different backgrounds and perspectives
- Desire to learn from people, experiences, and self-reflection
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