Education Fellowship

Family Connections Centers is seeking applicants for our Summer Education Fellowship for students, recent graduates, and early professionals to contribute to the education field and gain hands-on experience in dynamic, community-based programs. Fellows will participate in an individualized, immersive training experience and execute a culminating project that integrates the knowledge and skills gained through work with children and their families.

Applications for the Summer 2024 Education Fellowship are due by Friday, May 10 at 5 pm.
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Fellows will:

  • Participate in 250 hours (over 10 weeks, June 17 – August 16, 2024) of paid hands-on learning, networking, and mentorship.
  • Plan, implement, and lead creative new curricula using STEAM and a weekly creative arts class.
  • Create, plan, and lead enrichment activities, such as movement, cooking, and nature experiences.
  • Brainstorm, research, and present a culminating project focused on children’s growth and development, demonstrating the Fellowship experience and skills gained.
  • Be matched with an FCC staff member in the Education department who will provide support, mentorship, and feedback on the Fellow’s work and achievement of goals.
  • Learn tools, develop leadership skills, and increase confidence in early childhood education.

Compensation and application process:

  • $24 per hour, equivalent to $6,000 over the 250 Fellowship hours
  • Stipend of $1,000, contingent upon the successful completion of the fellowship program

Who should apply:
The Fellowship is for individuals from diverse backgrounds in the education field seeking to enhance their teaching and leadership skills. Teachers with extensive experience and those new to the education profession are encouraged to apply.

Please contact us at fellowship@fccenters.org if you want to learn more about the program.