BECOME A FELLOW
The Fellowship is a Leadership Development Program. Teacher Fellows gain professional training and support while they expand opportunities for students in the highest-need schools. Fellows attend a teacher training institute, lead a classroom for two years with coaching and support from TFL staff, and develop the leadership and professional skills for the next steps in their careers in the classroom and beyond. As Alumni of the program, past fellows benefit from support ranging from opportunities to apply and secure funding for graduate school to placement in roles in the private and public sector.
APPLICATION FAQ
How do I know if I am eligible?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be younger than 40
- Have a Bachelor’s Degree, or will graduate in 2024 with one, in any field of study
- Have strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Have a long-term commitment to working in Liberia
- Have a strong academic track record
Do I have to have teaching experience?
No, you do not. Most of our fellows had no prior teaching experience. They come from various backgrounds outside of education and their classroom presence is informed by their range of experience.
How can I apply for the fellowship?
Click here to apply. Applications will run from March 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024.
The first stage of the application process is for you to complete our online application form. If successful, you will be invited to an Assessment Center where we will further assess your motivations and suitability to Teach For Liberia through a test, a group task, and a one-on-one interview. If successful at the Assessment Center, you will be made an offer to the Teach For Libera Leadership Development Fellowship. This offer will be conditional on your performance in our Pre-Service Institute, university transcript, diploma and references.
Do I have to be Liberian?
No, you do not. We welcome citizens of any nationality who are vision driven, invested in Liberia, and committed to improving Liberia through education.
Will I be trained before I start the fellowship?
Yes, you will. Our pre-service institute will take place from July to August. This institute will cover classroom management, teaching methodologies, and local requirements for teacher certification.
What are the benefits of being a Teach For Liberia fellow?
- Intensive teacher training
- Ongoing leadership development training
- Opportunity to design and implement a social change project with a grant of up to $500.00 USD.
- Opportunity to be a part of a global network of change agents from across 60 countries
Where will I be teaching?
Our fellows are placed in underserved communities across Liberia.
Will I be paid for the fellowship?
You will receive a stipend as a Teach For Liberia Fellow. The stipend we provide is 10% higher than the average entry level salary across Liberia. As this is a Fellowship and not a job, it’s important to note that we do not give salaries.
WE INVEST IN LEADERSHIP
We are looking forward to expanding our reach to more schools across Liberia. If your school is interested in joining the movement, please download the following resources and email them to:
info@teachforliberia.org
Join Our Staff
Are you interested in joining our staff in working to ensure that every Liberian child gets quality education? See the current vacancies we have below and, if you think you’re a match, send your CV and cover letter to info@teachforliberia.org!
Become a Volunteer
We could use as many hands as we can get! Do you see yourself volunteering to join the movement in ending educational inequity? Don’t be shy, we would love to have you. Please contact us and include your name, contact information, as well as your area of expertise or volunteer interest area.
