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Teach for Nigeria (TFN), a non-governmental organisation committed to addressing education inequities by building a movement of leaders from diverse academic fields to teach in underserved communities as full-time teachers, has launched applications for its eighth cohort of fellows.
The TFN fellowship is a two-year paid commitment that mobilises fresh graduates and professionals as Fellows to impact the lives of children. Fellows harness their leadership skills while designing solutions to address the everyday struggles of placement schools and communities.
Prior to their placement, each cohort participates in an intensive six-week pre-service training, which exposes fellows to the organisation’s theory of problem and change, vision, and core values. They are also trained in 21st century teaching pedagogy, leadership, and entrepreneurship, while undergoing a community immersion experience.
Apart from teaching, fellows also deepen their understanding of the challenges facing the sector, engage and work collectively with community stakeholders to change the trajectory of children in their placement communities.
Since its inception, TFN has recruited, trained, and placed at least 1,500 exceptional young leaders in over 600 schools in Lagos, Kaduna, Ogun, and Oyo States. The organisation has also impacted over 300,000 students and has a growing network of 835 alumni.
