Summer 2010 marked the successful launch of Breakthrough Atlanta’s new site at Atlanta Youth Academy, which operated simultaneously with the primary-site at The Lovett School as an identical program. The new site hosted 32 students and employed 8 teacher-interns, 3 mentor teachers, one Dean of Student, and the Site Director. All teachers were given the latitude to develop their own lesson-plans, and moreover they were guided by mentor teachers, who are current educators in the metro Atlanta area certified by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. The teachers were presented with professional development opportunities on a weekly basis by way of outdoor activities, orientations, power-point presentations and a myriad of hands-on opportunities developed by mentor teachers. During the summer, the students engaged in a mock-trial experience in real courtrooms, community service projects, college visits, student government, field trips to historical landmarks in Georgia and a rigorous curriculum based future standards for their ensuing grade level.

With both sites working in tandem, Breakthrough Atlanta has pioneered an academic pulse veined through Atlanta’s underprivileged metropolis. Our passion is to serve more of Atlanta’s communities as a beacon of light and a compelling source for academic equity and learning opportunities. With state-of-the-art classrooms and a genuine passion to shape the lives of our youth, Breakthrough Atlanta is charged to foster an innovative culture of academically motivated students, who boldly assert greater competition in the classroom setting and on life’s center-stage. Therefore, without end, Breakthrough Atlanta strives to enhance our potential to deliver a positive charge to Atlanta’s academic climate, so that we may be of some assistance in more communities who are weathering the storms of today’s economic hardships. 

Breakthrough Austin provides a path to college, starting in middle school, for low-income students who will be first-generation college graduates. The program admits students in middle school and makes a long-term commitment to helping them graduate from high school and enter college by providing academic summer programs, individualized academic support and enrichment and college guidance and persistence activities for students and families. Breakthrough Austin operates two summer sites: one for rising 6th and 7th graders at Manor New Tech High School and one for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders at the University of Texas at Austin. Breakthrough seeks enthusiastic, creative, and successful high school and college students to teach and mentor during our academic summer sessions. Under the guidance of seasoned teaching professionals, high school and college students will teach English, math, social studies, or science to classes of eight to ten students. Teachers will also serve on committees, lead study skills lessons, and design Explorations (electives) classes for their students.

Low cost summer housing is available through a partnership with College Houses, Inc., and Breakthrough teachers live in “co-ops.” Food is provided, and three hours of “labor” are required each week.

Beginning in Summer 2012, all Breakthrough Austin summer teachers will be AmeriCorps members for the duration of their work in the summer program (June through August). After that term of service, members are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (currently valued at $1,468) that can be applied towards educational costs such as student loans or college tuition. This will be in addition to the stipend of $2,000 that is paid for summer teachers.

According to AmeriCorps regulations, our summer teachers will now have to meet the following requirements:

• Be 17 years or older
• Be enrolled and in good standing at a high school or four-year college or university (also eligible the summer after college graduation)
• Be a U.S. citizen, or U.S. national or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Have a commitment to community service and the ability to provide service for the complete program year (June –August)

Breakthrough Austin strives to empower all our students to reach their college dreams. This summer, Breakthrough seeks talented, student-centered teachers who want to work hard, take risks, have fun . . . and make a difference!

Since 1992, Breakthrough Cambridge has trained over 800 college and high school students to become the next generation of urban teachers. Breakthrough Cambridge teachers are bright, energetic, and driven. They come from diverse academic and personal backgrounds, but share a strong commitment to learning the art of teaching, to closing the achievement gap, and to making a real and lasting impact on their students.

With a student-to-staff ratio of 3:1, Breakthrough Cambridge classes are small to allow for students to receive individualized attention. Summer teachers implement engaging, student-centered classes that culminate in hands-on final projects. All students receive two hours of homework each week night, and receive a great deal of support from their teachers to complete all assignments. Each day’s schedule also includes time for mentoring, homework help, recess, and community building.

All teachers solo-teach two sections of math, literature, writing, social studies, or science. Teachers also serve on a committee to support programming (e.g. Olympics Committee, Family Night Committee, Camping Trip Committee, etc.). Teachers are paired with Instructional Coaches, who are professional educators in the Greater Boston area. Instructional Coaches provide our teachers with consistent support, training, and resources throughout the summer.

Hours: 7:30am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, plus take-home work (lesson planning, giving feedback on student work, providing homework help over the phone, etc.)

Select teacher applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview around the first week in March. If you are not in the Cambridge area, alternative arrangements will be made.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.

Learn. Teach. Inspire. Join us this summer at Breakthrough Cambridge.
 

One of the older sites in the collaborative, Breakthrough Cincinnati has served over 700 middle school students since its founding in 1992 and has seen over 80% of its teachers go on to pursue careers in education. 

At Breakthrough Cincinnati, teachers are organized by academic department and teaching team.  Each teacher teaches two sections of an academic core class (English,history, math, science) in the morning.  In the afternoon, teachers may elect to teach either a foreign language class (Spanish, French or Latin) or an academic elective class of their own design (previous classes include Debate, Journalism, Run for Office, and Going Green).  Lastly, teachers collaborate to offer a wide variety of athletic and artistic mini-courses such as dance choreography, basketball, chess, acting, and arts/crafts which cap off the students’ day at Breakthrough.  Teachers work closely with part-time mentor teachers and a full time Dean of Faculty to create their own lesson plans and infuse their own creativity and ideas into a skills-based curriculum based on Ohio State Standards.

Leadership positions for teachers abound at Breakthrough Cincinnati and include not only roles as Family Head and Committee Heads, but also opportunities to serve on various committees such as the Career Day, Social, Yearbook, and Canoeing Committees.  In addition, each teacher serves at least once as CEO of the day, coordinating all activities for that day including breakfast, All School Meeting, Student of the Day Selection and dismissal.  Typical hours for teachers are 7:30am-4:30pm. 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.  Interviews will begin starting the first week of February.  If you are not in the CIncinnati area, alternative arrangements will be made.  Applicants must be at least 16 yrs old by June 1st.
 
The Queen City, Cincinnati is located on the majestic Ohio River and boasts a variety of world class attractions.  From the first professional baseball team to an award winning regional theatre to a unique take on chili, Cincinnati has something for people of all tastes.  However, Cincinnati does not have a manageable mass transit system, and it is recommended that out of town applicants have access to a car.

A typical day at Breakthrough Kent Denver is full of excitement, energy, and of course learning.  While our main focus is academic achievement, we also stress the values of leadership and community, all while enjoying and sharing our experience through building strong relationships. Our teachers start the day by welcoming students with loud cheers and applause as they get off the bus.  We then have breakfast as a community, and a teacher shares his/her “vision” for the day.  Vision is a shared experience within our community which provides inspiration for the day. Teachers then teach two sections of Math, English, or Science dependent on their expertise.  After lunch, the teaching continues as we have elective courses designed by the teachers. The entire community then attends All School Meeting where we have guest speakers and performances, and where students also practice public speaking by giving presentations. We wrap up each day with “Micromadness,” a time for the community to engage in a magnitude of fun activities that allows for bonding time outside the classroom.  Activities are all created and run by teachers and include, but are not limited to soccer, basketball, movie editing, crochet, board games, fishing, ceramics, capture the flag, and dodgeball.  Every Friday, we hold special events such as Spirit Day, Olympics, Visitor’s Day, The Shakespeare Festival, and Celebration. At Breakthrough Kent Denver, the focus of our staff is diligence in learning, leadership, and building strong bonds with our students that make learning fun.  

While teaching at Breakthrough Kent Denver may seem overwhelming, we offer a wealth of support.  A full time Dean of Faculty is on staff who provides all encompassing support for staff, master teachers- one per subject- who are professional teachers and provide not only feedback, but also full classroom support.  Additionally, teachers attend a two-week orientation and training at the start of the summer and professional development once per week.  

We hope you join us in molding talented, college bound leaders from Denver Public Middle schools!

Check out our Promotional Video! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0yrXrM7W4U

1. You will teach two classes in math, science, literature, or writing, to 7th-, 8th- or 9th-graders.
2. Curriculum is provided by Breakthrough Fort Worth.  You provide your own passion for working with young people.
3. Some teachers will, in addition to their core classes, teach an Elective or sponsor a Club.  Electives and Clubs include modern and classical languages (from Spanish to Chinese or Latin), Dance Team, Ceramics, Student Council, and much more!
4. You serve on Committees that run the co-curricular elements of the program.  For example, one important Committee provides student services, which ranges form things like running Study Hall to making presents for student birthdays.  Another Committee plans our Another Committee plans our special events, which include 7th Grade Field Day, 9th Grade Dance, and the one every teacher wants to go to (even if they're not an 8th grade teacher): 8th Grade Overnight.
5. Fort Worth is one of the 20 biggest cities in the country, which is reflected in the excitement and wide range of cultural events, shopping, restaurants, and fun downtown area.  You won’t have much time to spare—but when you do get out, you will love Funkytown!
6.  Usually 1/3 of our teachers come from out of town.  We provide free housing in the dormitories at Texas Christian University and homestays with Breakthrough staff/friends of the program.  If you are from out of town, we will welcome you, pick you up at the airport, and make sure you are safe and sound—but apply early, because housing goes quickly!
7.  At BTFW, the selection process will include a phone interview and either a) video teaching submission or b) participating in an in-person selection event in which you'll deliver a short teaching demonstration and participate in other evaluative scenarios.
8. Returning teachers should expect to go through the same selection process as new teachers.
9.  All Breakthrough students are motivated, highly capable middle-schoolers who expect to attend a college-preparatory high school and eventually college.
10.  All Breakthrough teachers are motivated, highly capable high-school and college students who set goals, work hard, and help students reach their dreams.

For a complete overview of the Breakthrough Manchester teaching experience, including information on classes and other summer responsibilities, please visit the Teacher section of our website at www.breakthroughmanchester.org.

Founded in 1991, Breakthrough Manchester is the third oldest site in the nation and serves the distinctive community of Manchester, New Hampshire, the largest and most diverse city in Northern New England.  In 20 years, Breakthrough Manchester has served over 1,400 young people.

Join us this summer.  Your students are waiting.

 Breakthrough Miami is a non-profit organization with that serves children throughout Miami Dade County. We are hiring a total of 92 teacher interns for all of our sites and have 15 home-stay spaces available. Applicants who live in Miami Dade County, Broward or Palm Beach counties are not eligible to stay in a home-stay. 

Summer 2011 will mark the eleventh year of LearningWorks. When LearningWorks Summer Program opens in June, we will surpass five hundred and fifty students served and 220 aspiring educators trained.

Students who make the commitment to LearningWorks have proven the success of the program through their attendance and attrition. The summer program has a 97% daily attendance rate. With each passing summer, the academic rigor of Learningworks classes increases and energy and excitement at LearningWorks expands.

At LearningWorks, we operate on the guiding principles that "It's Cool to Be You (I Want To!). It's Cool to Be Smart (I Can!). It's Cool to Care (I Will!)." The combination of these three principles are the driving force behind student and teacher investment at LearningWorks.

LearningWorks strives to self-evaluate toward the betterment of the program. Below are statistics based on program surveys completed by LearningWorks parents and students:

On anonymous evaluations:

 
• 100% of parents rated the program “effective” or “very effective.”  
• 99% of students rated the program “good” or “excellent.”  
• 100% of instructors rated the program “good” or “excellent.”
• 99% of high school and college student instructors said they are now more likely to enter the teaching field as a result of teaching at LearningWorks.

To offer a challenging academic enrichment program to a representative group of motivated, high potential middle school students from Minneapolis Public Schools, setting them on the path to college by preparing them to enter rigorous high school programs; and

To draw talented high school and college students into the education field by engaging them in the art of teaching.

Our Commitment

To foster the success of a diverse groups of young people as learners, educators, and leaders.

Please visit our ONLINE NEWSLETTER at http://learningworksatblake.wordpress.com

Curriculum development is supervised by professional Mentor Teachers.  These teachers guide Teacher-Interns through the process of learning distinct pedagogical approaches to teaching the various academic subjects.  For example, World Languages Teachers participate in an extensive language instruction workshop conducted by professionals from the Rassias Foundation of Dartmouth College.  The Rassias Method® is a unique approach that speeds language learning, increases language retention and has you speaking and understanding in "Ten days that make a difference". Originally developed for Peace Corps training, it has been adapted by language teachers in North America, Europe, Africa and Asia. Go to www.dartmouth.edu/~rassias for more information.

In addition, teachers hold leadership positions. Teacher-Interns are assigned to coordinate various co-curricular activities, including Career Day, Community Service Day, Olympics, and Overnight.  They also act as guidance counselors/faculty advisors for two or three students.  As an advisor, each Teacher-Intern acts as a liaison between the entire faculty of Teacher-Interns and the students’ families.  The families of approximately 10% of our students speak only Spanish only at home, thus any Teacher-Intern with the ability to speak Spanish would be highly sought after.

You may not know much about New Haven other than the fact that it is home to Yale University.  In fact, it’s so much more! Hopkins School, the fifth oldest educational institution in the Western Hemisphere, is celebrating its 350th year and is located on beautiful 108 acre campus in the western end of New Haven. New Haven  itself and the surrounding suburbs are home to distinctive landmarks including lighthouses, charming town greens, the Connecticut Greenway, museums, and, of course, Yale’s campus.  However, it also has lively concerts and events, including live bands, cool clubs, sophisticated lounges and theater performances around every corner. There are over 80 restaurants in New Haven, including some of the best pizza in the United States!

Our Teacher-Interns work hard and enjoy each other and their experience with us. Our Teacher-Intern for Breakthrough New Haven is one who believes three things: 1) strongly that motivated, high potential students absolutely need (and should have) the opportunity to learn the skills critical for academic success; and 2) middle school students best learn when engaged in a variety of modalities; and 3) teachers are leaders and role models who are responsible for engaging and encouraging their students to improve and grow academically and socially . We’d love for you to experience Hopkins School,  the City of New Haven and our ambitious, fun-loving students!

The base stipends for Teacher-Interns at Breakthrough New Haven's Summer Program are $1,500 for high school students and $2,000 for College students. Returning Teacher-Interns receive an additional $250 for each additional year they teach with us.

1. We use a team teaching model for all of our core academic classes which means that all of our teachers actually teach their classes in teams of two. Our teams lesson plan, grade and implement curriculum with one another. Collaboration and listening skills are a must within this model.
2. We use prescribed curriculum designed to prepare our NYC students for the top high schools across the country. The way we see it, we write the script and our teachers are the actors.
3. Our students commit six years to our program. They travel about 2-3 hours each day. The days are long (about 7:30am-5:30 for faculty) and our whole community (directors, students and teachers) is committed to excellence 100% of the time.
4. Our affirmation says it all: "We are Breakthrough New York. We are learners of today and leaders of tomorrow. We work hard, aim high and strive to be our best everyday. Believe to achieve."

Teaching at Breakthrough is an experience past teachers have characterized as both the toughest and the most rewarding job of their lives. So why should you teach at Breakthrough?

The People: Breakthrough staff members come from all over the country. The teachers, though they have varied backgrounds, share a common bond: they love the students. Through their efforts to enrich and educate, the teachers invariably form close and lasting connections with their students and with each other.

The School: All Breakthrough teachers enjoy full use of the media resources at Norfolk Academy. The students and teachers have access to state-of-the-art computer labs for writing research papers and preparing lesson plans. Every classroom is equipped with computer projectors. Teachers are given Norfolk Academy email accounts and access to academic databases and educational websites to enhance their instruction. The students and teachers also make use of the extensive library collection and may check out books and periodicals. All Breakthrough teachers can enjoy the perk of Norfolk Academy's impressive fitness center and athletic facilities during their free time.

The Support: We are committed to supporting our teachers. The success of the program depends on the freedom and support afforded the teachers, which enables them to maximize their strengths. The staff work well because they feel compelled to serve their students and are aided by master teachers, who are professional career teachers who volunteer part of their summer to mentor our staff.

The Location: Norfolk Academy, as well as the dormitory accommodations at Virginia Wesleyan College, are located within a fifteen-minute drive of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Downtown Norfolk, a forty-minute drive of Busch Gardens amusement park and Colonial Williamsburg, and an hour-and-a-half drive of North Carolina's Outer Banks. The best testament to the value of the experience is our teachers:

"I have been able to think more critically and personally about educational inequality. As a returning teacher and department chair, I was able to gain leadership skills and increase my comfort level in a leadership role. I have been able to work with, teach, and learn from some of the most amazing people I’ve ever met. Every day I’ve spent as a BT teacher has taught me something new. I am a better teacher and person as a result of my time at Breakthrough." - Kelliann, Breakthrough at Norfolk Academy Teacher 2009 - 2010

"The program has given me insight into the teaching world, on a smaller, more digestible scale. I have gained responsibility, love, and assurance in my future plans." - Erin, Breakthrough at Norfolk Academy Teacher 2010

Breakthrough has been in the greater Philadelphia region since 1995. We currently have 3 summer sites. Two sites, Saint Joseph’s University and Germantown Friends School, serve rising 7th and 8th graders and our Drexel site serves rising 9th graders. Our students come from over 25 middle schools and are going to attend over 40 high schools. We recruit students from North, Northwest, West and Southwest Philadelphia and Camden, NJ.

Our programs are six weeks of classes accompanied by 2 weeks of orientation and a week- long wrap up. You will be provided with a pre-written, skill based curriculum designed to support your growth as a new teacher. From Monday through Thursday students will take Math, Science, Reading and Writing as well as a club. Teachers will have the option to propose their own club based on their passions and interests. Past clubs have included Hip Hop, Debate, American Sign Language, Indian Dance and Costume Design. We also host teacher planned, co-curricular events on Fridays. These range from Olympics, to Career day, a college trip and a day of community service.

Every member of our summer staff holds a leadership position and is an active member of the community. Each teacher will also mentor a small group of students.

Philadelphia is a great place to spend your summer. From street fairs, to museums, free concerts, and sporting events, there is never a shortage of things to do. The public transportation in Philadelphia is extensive and you will not need a car to navigate the city. To support out of town teachers we also offer homestays with local families.

Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia has a two round application process. After you submit your paper application select applicants will be invited to an in person interview on a Saturday. If you are not local, alternative arrangements can be made for the second round of the interview. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and preference will be given to early applicants.

Summerbridge Pittsburgh provides academic and cultural enrichment to middle school and high school students facing limited opportunities. We strive to ensure that all of our students obtain a high school diploma and matriculate to a four-year college.Summerbridge offers a six-week academic enrichment summer program to rising seventh, eighth, and ninth graders on the Sewickley Academy campus.

After three summers in our program, students qualify for our high school program, which provides high school options counseling and help preparing for the SAT college admissions test. Both our middle school and high school students qualify for free school-year tutoring to help them with their studies, as well as cultural programs to build their interests in other topics and become more diverse individuals.

Summerbridge Pittsburgh also inspires young adults to pursue careers in education. High school and college-aged students are instructors during our summer program and tutors during the school year. Our teachers are the life-blood of the program, and many of them go on to careers in education, which is part of the Breakthrough Collaborative's "students teaching students" model of education.

Please follow this link for more information about our Teacher Application Process.
 

Providence, RI is a hip, small city with plenty of culture to enjoy and good food to eat.  Our program is on the East Side, home to Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design, so the area has a laidback, college-town feeling.  Our students have a TON of Summerbridge Spirit and we are lucky to have many graduates of the program return as volunteers, office staff, and teachers during the Summer and the School Year Program.

Breakthrough Sacramento will be offering its 17th summer to student leaders in America's most diverse city according to Time Magazine.

We actively recruit students from over a dozen partner Title I schools where the teachers understand our mission and know the transformations that their students will live during their Breakthrough summers.

We have averaged a 35% selection rate for new middle school students and this has directly influenced a greater ownership of the program by the students.

Breakthrough Sacramento will be offering its 18th summer to student leaders in America’s most diverse city according to Time Magazine. We actively recruit students from over a dozen partner Title I schools where the teachers understand our mission and know the transformations that their students will live during their Breakthrough summers. We have averaged a 35% selection rate for new middle school students and this has directly influenced a greater ownership of the program by the students. Each summer we strive to find an ideal balance of returning/new, college/high school, and alumni/new to Breakthrough teachers to create a stimulating summer learning community.  Preparing for our second summer implementing the Intern Teacher Training Initiative (ITTI), the students teaching students model will transform individuals, families, schools, and communities.

1. Interviews are granted on a rolling basis. Many applicants to Saint Paul are invited to attend an interview event in March, or submit a teaching video. This is a great opportunity to show off skills that may not come through on paper!
2. Academic rigor is core to our philosophy. Teachers are provided objectives around which to shape their course for the summer.
3. Teachers attend a 2-week training at the beginning of the summer, and are supported throughout the summer by professional mentor teachers.
4. Breakthrough is not just about teaching! Teachers serve on committees, plan special events, coordinate field trips, act in All School Meeting, and more!
5. All teachers will develop a “character” for the summer that weaves into the plot that the faculty develop for ASM (All School Meeting). Get ready to be goofy on stage and encourage students in their performances!
6. Every summer includes field trips to college campuses, and the MN State Capitol.
7. College! We call our advisory groups “colleges.” Faculty work in teams with their college on projects that focus the attention of their students on the college path!
8. Every summer session ends with CELEBRATION! This is an opportunity for teachers and students to show off all their amazing work to families and community members.
9. Cheers! Every summer the halls and cafeteria are filled with cheers that reference the core values and traditions of BSP.
10. A summer at BSP is a lifestyle, not a job. Get ready to live it, breathe it, and really bring it! Our kids deserve no less, and it will be worth it!

NOTE:  Student teachers teach independently in Science, Social Studies, International Languages, elective classes, and co-curricular classes. High school and college-age teachers will co-teach with professional teachers in English and Math classes.

Every teacher works closely with a Mentor Teacher before the summer session begins to fully develop their curriculum and throughout the summer on lesson plan development. Teachers are given some autonomy with the content they present in class and more direction with the skills that need to be taught. Mentor Teachers provide skills-based objectives for each class and teachers are responsible for coming up with their own activities and completing their own lesson plans.   

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.  Select teacher applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview in late February or early March. If you are not in the Bay, alternative arrangements can be made.

How does Breakthrough Silicon Valley work?
As a Breakthrough Silicon Valley (BSV) teacher, you will work for a total of eight weeks – teaching classes, leading student activities and planning student events. BSV teachers spend their first week and a half training. Once the students arrive, you will teach our students for six weeks, concluding with a wrap-up week.

• Dates for teachers: Training 6/21 – 6/29, Summer Program 7/2 – 8/10, Celebration Night 8/11, Wrap-up Week 8/13 – 8/17
• Location: The Hillbrook School, Los Gatos, California.
• Home-stays: Limited to 4 to 5. We strongly encourage you to seek housing with family or friends whenever possible.
• Stipend: $1,100 for high school students, $1,500 for college students.
• Number of students: 110
• Number of teachers: 28

What Will You Teach?
You will work in a department led by a professional mentor teacher who conducts classroom observations and provides feedback. All BSV teachers are provided a curriculum which they can adjust and revise as they develop their instructional skills throughout the summer. In addition to teaching, you will also plan and lead student activities. A typical BSV teacher spends most of their day with their students, with an hour or two of prep time between classes and activities.

• Each teacher teaches one core subject, an academic / non-academic elective and facilitates a study hall session.
• Core subjects include math (pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, algebra II / trig), literature, writing and science (biology, chemistry, physics).
• Academic and non-academic electives are proposed and created by teachers. In the past, academic electives have included speech and debate, philosophy, computer programming, the history of sports, Greek drama, medicine and more. Examples of non-academic electives have included ultimate Frisbee, dance and photography, to name a few.

Why Teach at Breakthrough Silicon Valley?

1. Our students are enrolled in our program for six years starting in 6th grade, all the way through high school graduation. This means that your work here will make a lasting impact in your students’ lives.
2. Our staff has over 25 years of combined Breakthrough experience. You will be trained and supported by individuals who are deeply committed to both the success of your students and you, the Breakthrough teacher.
3. Our summer campus, located at The Hillbrook School, has state-of-the-art teaching facilities in the beautiful foothills of Los Gatos, California, making it an ideal place to teach and learn.
4. Our students, teachers and staff are passionate, enthusiastic and come from diverse backgrounds. You will work with people who not only strive for academic excellence, but who are all-around awesome individuals.
5. In the heart of the San Francisco bay area, Silicon Valley is a center of innovation and diversity. It’s an exciting place to be and we hope that our students and teachers will become the future thinkers and leaders of our community.

When asked about teaching at BSV, our teachers always say that it is a demanding, challenging experience but the experiences with their students and colleagues makes it ultimately worth the work.

BTSJC is turning 5 this year and is among the youngsters in the Breakthrough Collaborative family! Come join us as we have mastered walking and talking and are learning to RUN! We are dedicated to bringing together the community of San Juan Capistrano in an effort to excellently serve the bright, talented and highly motivated students of Marco Forster Middle School. All of our students are on the determined path to becoming first-generation college students.

BTSJC is turning 5 this year and is among the youngsters in the Breakthrough Collaborative family!  Come join us as we have mastered walking and talking and are learning to RUN!  

We are dedicated to bringing together the community of San Juan Capistrano in an effort to excellently serve the bright, talented and highly motivated students of Marco Forster Middle School.  All of our students are on the determined path to becoming first-generation college students.    

Starting small in 2006 with 22 students and 6 teachers, we have grown over the years to be 16 teachers and about 50 students in our summer program.  We are a close-knit community of bonded, enthusiastic leaders, learners and achievers. We have built a solid foundation and really look forward to honing in on our co-curricular activities and continuing to develop strong academics in our students.  If excellence in new endeavors and projects excite you, join us as watch our eldest students become Seniors and teach 7th, 8th or possibly 9th grade this summer!    

Our hours for the summer run from mid-June thru mid-August and our teachers are excelling high school and college students who will be responsible for teaching two department-designed sections of either: Math, Language Arts, Social Studies or Science and one teacher-designed academic elective or exploration.   In addition, teachers will also lead Encore/Tutoring (homework time), an advisory, team-building and study skills opportunities in our afternoons.  As with any organization, other leadership opportunities will be available throughout the summer, as: Event planning chairs, Committee members, Department Heads, Team Leaders and Encore Lead Teacher.    

On your limited “down-time” you will want to enjoy the life that is living in sunny, breezy Orange County, California with beaches down the road, biking trails, outdoor malls, authentic Mexican food and Los Angeles, Disneyland, and San Diego within a 60 mile radius, with your host family and your fellow teachers!

Even though Santa Fe overflows with beauty and culture, our public schools need help. Breakthrough is working with Santa Fe Prep and SFPS to ensure that all children get access to excellent educational opportunities.

As all of our students learn English as a second langauge, our academic classes emphasize English Language Development above all else. Do not worry if you are inexperienced in ELD teaching – we will give you extensive training on how to teach an ELD class.

IMPORTANT:

We only provide airfare allowance and housing accommodation to student teachers with relevant Breakthrough/Summerbridge summer program experience only. That means if you have never taught at the Breakthrough/Summerbridge programs before, you will need to sponsor your own plane tickets and housing accommodation. If we hire you, we will be able to offer you assistance to locate suitable housing. Please keep in mind that you may be able to apply for a scholarship at your school that will cover these costs. Many of our teachers have successfully applied for summer scholarships in the past. If we hire you, we will do our best to support your scholarship application; however, we cannot make any guarantees.

If you are not a Hong Kong citizen, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we need to apply for a work visa for you (A process of 4-6 weeks) should we hire you.