Man Up
Man Up helps men of color become teachers.
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Men of Color Makes Up Less Than 2% of the Nation's Teachers
The Graduate Lane
Man Up Teacher Fellowship has teacher programs that can be pursued no matter where you may be in life – from high school to college to those considering a career change.
FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS ASPIRING TO BE TEACHERS:
A graduate candidate has an undergraduate degree and meets admissions requirements to Relay Graduate School of Education, TeacherReady, Mississippi State University and the University of Memphis.
Upon Fellowship acceptance, Man Up Teacher Fellows will earn a Master of Arts in Teaching at no cost and earn an additional $5,000 per year, in addition to their salary, for up to three years. During the Fellowship, Man Up Teacher Fellows complete coursework through one of partner institutions of higher education while also participating in practice and application sessions through the Man Up Teacher Residency Program.
Once program requirements are complete and state licensure requirements are met, Man Up Teacher Fellowship will assist graduates with job placement and provide ongoing coaching and support for up to three years.
Other programs through Man Up include the Undergrad Lane for undergraduate students aspiring to be teachers and Teach 2nd for men retiring from the armed services or the business sector.
Or, call us at 833.626.8787.