Job Title: AmeriCorps Teaching Fellow
Company Name: Covenant School of Bridgeport
Company Description: Tuition-free middle school (grades 5 to 8) for low income boys
Job Duties: Teach 1-3 classes per day to 5th, 6th or 7th grade boys; teach the
subjects you are passionate about and have background knowledge, such as English, Social Studies, Science or Math
Required Skills/Experience: A desire to teach low-income boys from Bridgeport
Have a bachelor’s degree
Have a demonstrated commitment to social justice and working with young people
Appreciate a good sense of humor
Possess excellent oral & communication skills
Be attentive to details
Ability to speak Spanish is a plus but not a must
Be proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite
Work Hours: 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Some Saturdays
Salary per hour: The AmeriCorps program provides a monthly stipend of
$1,700/month, healthcare, college loan deferment, and an annual $6985 education award for each year in the program (2-years maximum)
Expected start date: August 2024
Contact Name and Application Instructions
Matthew Fitzsimons, send resume and cover letter to: mfitzsimons@CovenantSchoolBridgeport.org
Covenant School of Bridgeport (CSB), with its mission to break the cycle of poverty through education, is a tuition-free, independent middle school for boys living in the most vulnerable neighborhoods of Bridgeport, CT. CSB exists first and foremost to provide an exceptional educational opportunity to boys from families of limited economic means. In a structured learning environment – including a 10-hour school day, individual tutoring and small classes – our students develop the knowledge, character, skills and discipline needed to become productive citizens. We are committed to the success of our students not only in middle school, but – with guidance, tutoring and financial support – in high school and college.