The Wage Gap is growing: In 1980, a college graduate earned 29% more than a high school graduate. In 2006, that number is 55%.

“Breakthrough is about realizing that every moment is a teachable moment and that no kid is unreachable if they can have a community who cares about them. Breakthrough is hope that there is going to be a brighter future because it is a place where individuals dare to dream and think together.”
Vincent
Providence Summerbridge Teacher '10, Brown University

2012 Breakthrough Teacher Application

Deadline: February 27, 2012

Step 1: Learn More

  1. Read the 2012 Teaching at Breakthrough Handbook. This is required reading for any applicant. (To access the PDF version of this document, open the link or click on the cover image to the right. A webpage will open in which you can scroll through the document page by page. In the bottom left corner of the webpage is a download button to convert the file into a PDF.)
  2. Join the conversation!
  3. For any questions that are not answered by the above resources

Step 2: Start Your Application

New Applicants: Press "Create a new login" below.
Returning Applicants: To ensure you receive the correct application, please log in with your Username (email address) and Password from last year. If you don't remember your Password, please click "Forgot Password". If you continue to have trouble, email Database Specialist Rosalind Holland.

Note: If you are interested in learning specific details about each affiliate location, please use the Affiliate Roster tool which you can access as soon as you start an application. It's located in the top right corner of the online application next to the Logout button.

Fine Print: Teaching with Breakthrough is a volunteer experience, but living expenses stipends are provided, along with housing at select locations.