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Through the use of high leverage teaching techniques that are grounded in anti-racist practices, our EHTR graduates are equipped with the tools to support students to succeed and challenge the world in and beyond their classrooms. With the decades of institutional knowledge built by our partner organizations and with our innovative approach, we aspire to be a model of change in the teacher training landscape. 

The Residency is designed specifically for recent college graduates and career changers who are looking to become passionate teachers dedicated to transforming educational outcomes for East Harlem students. We look for residents who can build a connection with our scholars and the East Harlem community.

The Teaching Residency Coursework

Receive a Master’s Degree from Hunter College in 14 months.  Coursework includes foundations of teaching. Residents also earn eligibility for New York State teaching certification.

Support and Development

Receive weekly coaching from EHTR coaches and support from lead teachers in EHTP’s network of public charter schools, East Harlem Scholars Academies. Attend resident academy professional development focused on developing high leverage teaching practices and professional expectations.

Practice

Directly apply learning and training through your work in a classroom at East Harlem Scholars Academies and in our out-of-school time programming.

Perks

• Subsidized masters degree from Hunter College

• Weekly coaching sessions

• Continuous professional development

• Guaranteed prep periods 

• Learning from an experienced lead teacher 

• Years towards PSFL loan forgiveness

Teacher Placement

The East Harlem Teaching Residency prepares aspiring teachers for full-time teaching roles at East Harlem Scholars Academies and other East Harlem district and charter schools. Several graduates from each cohort stay on at East Harlem Scholars Academies, while others find positions in the surrounding community engaging in a fully supported job search. 100% of Residents who successfully complete the program find teaching jobs after the program.

Network Support

Teaching Residents have access to a variety of networks, including EHTP, East Harlem Scholars Academies, and Hunter College. Access to these organizations committed to improving students’ educational outcomes will allow Residents to build relationships with like-minded educators dedicated to serving students.

Words From Our Residents

“As a black, male educator, EHTR’s anti-racist framework spoke volumes to me. Children of color face numerous barriers in the pursuit of an equitable education; it was imperative that I join a program that addresses these institutionalized gaps unapologetically. EHTR is that program.”

— Davin Wynter | Teaching Resident, Cohort 4

“EHTP is really dedicated to equity and social justice. We spend hours in professional development talking about these core topics. Then we go back to the classroom and we are geared to making sure our students understand that they are active agents of social change, how that looks, and how can we support that growth for them.”

— Tyiesha | Teaching Resident, Cohort 3

“The Residency is a truly amazing program that’s designed to help us become the best teachers we can be. We are given so much support and coaching in order to build our skills and confidence as teachers. We are given chances to be in real classrooms with children and learn what that means as educators.”

— Andrew | Teaching Resident, Cohort 2