Ignite Fellows lead small group virtual learning with the support of a veteran educator. Ignite Fellows:

• Work 3-5 hours per week for a semester (13 weeks):
  • Weeks 1 + 2: Build your skills through onboarding
  • Weeks 3-13: Partner directly with a small group of students
• Build relationships and foster belonging
• Accelerate learning in elementary reading or middle school math
• Tutor virtually, connecting over Zoom, Teams, or similar tools

At a minimum, Fellows must: 

• Be current undergrads, grad students, TFA alums, or renewing Fellows.
• Have at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA (or 3.0 high school for college freshman)
• Be available to work up to 5 hours per week during K-12 school hours
• Be authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years old

Qualities we look for are:

• Deep belief in kids and families facing systemic racism and/or poverty
• Bold vision setting and the ability to create meaningful change
• Collaborates effectively with people from different backgrounds and perspectives
• Desire to learn from people, experiences, and self-reflection