The best part of being a teacher? When your students become teachers too. 🍎

Jason (TFA Phoenix ’11) taught Nathan (Phoenix ’22) back in the day. Now, after completing the corps, Nathan is a teacher paying it forward in the very same community. Olivia (Phoenix ’13) knows the feeling. Her former student Jessica (Phoenix ’22) was also in the corps and still teaching today.

One teacher inspires another. And another. And another. 💫

📍Phoenix, AZ

👩🏽‍🏫 TFA alums + their former students

❤️ Still in the classroom. Still showing up.

#TeachForAmerica #TeacherLove #WhyITeach #TFAAlums #TeacherJourney

From St. Louis to Costa Rica ✈️ these students made it happen! With support from their educators (and a whole lot of entrepreneurial hustle), 30 students from University City High School & Kairos Academies funded their own trip abroad: selling coffee, studying biodiversity, and learning real-world business skills.

And it all started over a decade ago with a TFA alum, Samantha Lurie Carroll @samann9 (St. Louis ’08), who believed that students deserve to see the world. Now, @showmetheworldproject is making that dream real for kids across St. Louis.

Big love to the teachers who make experiences like this possible! Follow along and support their journey. ✨ Image credit: @ShowMeTheWorldProject + @tracyjaneweidel

Wrapping up our month of #TFALove with Allie and Jake's love story 💘

After meeting through the corps, the two continue to hold their commitment to each other and to education to heart.

"We care deeply about community, and we understand the role our schools play in building strong communities. We share these values and, in addition to driving our daily work, they create a strong foundation for our love."

Did your love bloom through TFA? Shout them out in the comments ⬇️

Gotta love a friends-to-lovers trope.💘 Here’s Taylor and Ally’s (Eastern North Carolina ’17) love story in a nutshell:

👋 they met at TFA pre-service in 2017
📚 the two were close friends during their corps service
💖 began dating in 2020
💍 and finally, got engaged in November of 2024!

While wedding plans are still in progress, Taylor and Ally remain steadfast in their commitment to education. Ally is in year 8 of her teaching journey, while Taylor is a part of TFA staff. #TFALove #TeachForAmerica

if we’re ever in a back-to-the-future scenario, we’re advising our baby selves to invest in real estate and get a head start on our PD. ✍️ #teachers

every educator needs a teacher bestie like this 🧡 #OneOfThemDays
tag the Alyssa to your Dreux! 👇

Personalized gifts don’t have to come with a ton of packaging or waste. It’s all about adding that special touch in a sustainable way. 🌿

#FinancialLiteracyForTeachers #HolidaySeasonTips #SustainableCelebrations

Let’s flip the script on re-gifting—it’s not about offloading; it’s about uplifting! 🌟 That extra mug, the scarf you never wore, or the book you already read? They might just be exactly what someone else needs.

Re-gift with care and creativity, turning “old” into gold!

#FinancialLiteracyForTeachers #HolidayGiftingOnABudget #SustainableLiving

We recognize the powerful intersection of service and education—a bond that shapes leaders, strengthens communities, and extends beyond the classroom or the battlefield.

For Alexander M. Clark (San Antonio ’12), a TFA alumni whose life reflects both, this dedication to service began by example. Inspired by his grandfather’s 26 years of military service, Alexander almost enlisted right out of high school. However, his grandfather underscored the importance of education and encouraged him to go to college first.

After college, Alexander joined Teach For America, dedicating himself to third-grade students in San Antonio. His TFA experience fueled a deeper commitment to service, leading him to enlist in the Air Force Reserve as an intelligence analyst. Later, with support from his TFA network, Alexander pursued law school, co-founding the Texas Law Veterans Association to support veterans on campus.

Today, Alexander carries forward the values instilled in him by both his grandfather and his mentors: teamwork, mission, and service beyond self. His journey reminds us that serving others—whether in the classroom or military—is a calling that lasts a lifetime.

To all who served and are currently serving, we thank you. #VeteransDay

in our world, every week is Teacher Appreciation Week . 💖

start prepping your appreciation with these responses straight from the source. #teachers

While Jair and Mia (San Antonio ’19) both grew up in North Carolina, it wasn’t until they started the corps that their relationship began! 💖

Newly engaged, Jair and Mia prioritize the value of education today—Mia is still in the classroom and Jair works with nonprofits.📚 #ValentinesDay

Stay tuned for more #TFALove features 👀

💸 Save money. 🌍 Spread cheer. 💕 Stress less.

Teachers, we're here to make your holiday season extra merry. This week, we're sharing affordable and sustainable ways to celebrate the holidays. Stay tuned!

#FinancialLiteracyForTeachers #HolidaySeasonTips #SustainableCelebrations

Through their eyes ❤️✨ Our students put their love and gratitude on paper with these drawings of their amazing Ignite Fellows! 🖍️📚 Each drawing is a reflection on the positive impact TFA Ignite tutors make every day, bringing learning to life and creating lasting connections.

Thank you to the over 1,400 fellows for your dedication, heart, and hard work—you're truly making a difference! 👏👏

Which drawing is your favorite? 🎨👇#StudentVoices #IgniteFellows

we’ve got a comfy collab coming and we need *your* opinion. share in the comments: which charm is giving ✨top-notch educator✨?

(gold star if you can guess who we’re collabing with ⭐️)

step into the shoes of your favorite educator and celebrate #EducatorForADay. how does your favorite teacher inspire the kind of impact you want to leave on others? #AmericanEducationWeek

From Nevada to North Carolina, Teach For America's staff and alumni make their commitment to education newsworthy. 📰

🌟 In New Orleans, Aaron Frumin (Colorado ’11) created the nonprofit unCommon Construction to empower students through construction and leadership development skills. The nonprofit is now celebrating their 10th anniversary!

💜 @tfanevada Executive Director, Tim Hughes, is shining a light on the region's efforts to improve state literacy rates through investments in early childhood education, educators, and learning materials.

❇️ Rachel Candaso (Eastern North Carolina ’20) is in the running for North Carolina Teacher of the Year, highlighting the passion and devotion she holds for her students and education.

For Alicia and Matthew (Greater Baton Rouge ’18) sharing a mutual passion for education feels like finding home in another person. #TFALove

While education has shaped them both individually, it has also shaped their relationship.

"There’s something incredibly special about loving someone who just gets it—who knows why you stay up late thinking about a student, why you light up when a lesson goes perfectly, and why you pour your whole heart into the work you do." #teachers

Mariah (Greater Chicago-NWI ’15) and George Haramaras (South Carolina ’14) met in 2016 as corps members and bonded over their shared experience. Eight years later, they're happily married, living in Chicago, and about to welcome their first child! 📖 💒 👶

From a random night at a bar in Logan Square to building a family today, education has always been at the heart of their relationship. #TFALove

🏃💨 our take on the viral trend

After starting her career in the classroom, Abby Coyle (Hawaii ’18) turned her obstacles into stepping stones for innovation in education.

A firm believer in teaching students real-life skills, Abby created ClassBank, a digital classroom platform, with fellow TFA alumn Katie Gracey (Nashville ’15). They have helped 400,000 students prepare for the real world by integrating financial literacy with classroom management.

Reflecting on her time in the classroom, Abby says, “It’s crucial to start where the action is. Being on the ground floor allows you to experience the challenges firsthand and witness the incredible efforts communities are already making to address some of our most pressing issues. The best approach is to learn by being part of it all—immerse yourself, learn, and then contribute.”

#EdTech #Innovation

This Thanksgiving, we're feeling extra grateful for the joy and wisdom our students share with us every day. 🍂💛

In their own words, they're thankful for: ✏️📚
✨ Learning
✨ Their teachers
✨ Playtime
✨ And homework (yes, really!)

Taking notes from our friends over at @merriamwebster with Words of the Day for the TFA Applicants who have an important decision to make today 📝 #dictionary #words #TeachForAmerica

As a math teacher in Brooklyn, Yamilée Toussaint Beach (NY ‘08) saw firsthand how many students felt disconnected from math. With a deep love for both dance and STEM, she set out to change that. She founded STEM From Dance, blending the creativity of movement with the power of technology to help girls see themselves as future innovators.

Today, the program is transforming lives in nine cities across the U.S. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate Yamilée and all the women breaking barriers in STEM and every other field! 💃🏾🔬✨ #WomensHistoryMonth #STEMFromDance

we're feeling that Doechii career glow up 💅🏾

interviewing for the TFA corps this week? check out our interview tips in our 'Apply' highlight to begin your career journey ✨ #TeachForAmerica #Doechii

this is the sign you need to change your life (and the lives of generations to come)

applications to the TFA corps are due today ⚠️ #linkinbio

🚨 Big news: Teach For America is proud to announce Aneesh Sohoni (Twin Cities ’09) as our next CEO!

As we look to the future, Aneesh is ready to build on TFA’s momentum, working with our communities, educators, and partners to create brighter opportunities for students across the country.

Please join us in welcoming Aneesh back home to TFA this spring! #WelcomeHomeAneesh

ime to give your wrapping game a sustainable glow-up!

Swipe 👉 for creative wrapping ideas that use what you already have.

#FinancialLiteracyForTeachers #HolidaySeasonTips #SustainableCelebrations

When your 2024 Wrapped isn’t just about music—it’s about lesson plans, life lessons, and the times you listened and didn’t judge. 💚 #TeacherWrapped

“Sharing our Lakota lifeways in the classroom plays a crucial role in preserving the stories and traditions of my community for future generations.” - Shawnta’ Jones (Hawaii ’18), Director of School Design and Curriculum at Thunder Valley CDC located on Oglala Lakota makoce (land.)

This Native Heritage Month, we’re honoring Native educators like Shawnta’ (Oglala Lakota), whose work is dedicated to preserving Native legacy through education. Shawnta’ shares, “It is our responsibility to reclaim our traditional teachings and develop education on our own terms.” Through the Lakota Language and Education Initiative at Thunder Valley, she creates a learning space that uplifts Lakota philosophy and empowers students to embrace their unique voices. #NativeHeritageMonth #TeachForAmerica

manifesting this energy for every interview you're in ✨

prepping for your TFA corps interview next week? check out our interview tips under the 'Apply' highlight in our profile

📸 @leaninorg

Maxine Trice McCarty (Houston ‘98) is heading back to school to earn her principal certification at Rice University at the same time as her three sons pursue their own degrees at the University of Houston.

For Maxine, this moment is deeply personal: “It is the fullest of circles for me... I know that they will be just as proud of me when it is my turn to cross the stage at Rice University.”

Her journey as an educator began with Teach For America: “It was in my early years as a corps member that I learned how to create innovative learning environments that made the classroom feel like home.”

Her son Tyler shares the same excitement: “From opening our acceptance letters to wearing college hoodies to staying up late talking about our favorite professors, I enjoy every second of being a student and a son to her.”

For Stephen, this journey is a testament to his mom’s perseverance: “The strongest thing I feel is pride because I see how hard she works to take care of our family and the countless hours she put into me to make me a better student.”

Charlie admires his mother’s drive: “She’s always gone above and beyond in every aspect of her life, and I knew that she would do incredible things at Rice University.”

Thanks to the TFA Texas $450 scholarship, Maxine is proving that “learning has no timeline,” as Tyler puts it.

#TeachForAmerica #LifelongLearning

the semester's going strong - keep it going with a game of educator #bingo!

[prompt] what was *not* in your bingo card this school year???

HBCUs inspire educators to shape their classrooms and communities with pride, purpose, and excellence! 🎉

Through the experiences and dedication of Teach For America corps members and alumni, the legacy of HBCUs lives on in classrooms across the country.

Meet Taylor Pikes (Charlotte-Piedmont Triad ’20), Kennie Williams (Houston ’22), Arteria Lingard (South Carolina ’21), Denarius Frazier (New York City ’14), and Dr. Brittany Whitby (Washington D.C. ’14) —five extraordinary educators who are not only HBCU graduates but also champions of service, pride, and excellence in their schools.

📚 From infusing Black culture into their lessons to empowering students to see their own limitless potential, these leaders are making a difference every day. Swipe to learn about their journeys and the unique ways they honor their HBCU roots in the classroom!

#BlackHistoryMonth #HBCUPride #TeachForAmerica #EducationMatters

Teachers deserve all the love (and maybe a little less apple-themed merch 😉). Swipe 👉 for thoughtful, budget-friendly gift ideas they’ll actually use.
�#TeacherGifts #HolidaySeasonTips #SustainableCelebrations

the kids have some hot takes! 🔥 this fourth grade class interviewed by @nytkids is full of ideas

are you pro-puppies in school?

bring out your cardigans and glasses, we're celebrating Halloween as our favorite icons: teachers 🎃

#teachers #halloween #costumeideas

📢 ROLL CALL! 📢 Swipe through to check out the Top 10 schools - large, medium, and small - with the most incoming corps members.

Comment below if you see your school 👇

#asu #utaustin #unc #ucla #ucberkeley #osu #umich #uva #famu #yale #harvard #vanderbilt #jsu #georgetown #notredame #cau #tulane #columbia #tsu #spelman #agensscott #barnard #tuskegee