Teaching Fellow

Joy Education Teaching Fellowship Institute

Stipended Two-Week Institute | Pathway to Year-Long Fellowship & Teaching Faculty

Position Overview

Joy Education is seeking aspiring educators to join our Teaching Fellowship Institute, a selective, two-week virtual training experience designed to prepare fellows to deliver high-impact literacy instruction.

The institute serves as the entry point into a multi-stage educator pathway at Joy Education:

Teaching Fellowship Institute → Year-Long Teaching Fellowship → Teaching Faculty

This pathway is designed to develop skilled, mission-aligned educators who are prepared to deliver transformative literacy support in community-based settings.

Fellowship Pathway

Stage 1: Teaching Fellowship Institute (2 Weeks)

Foundational training in Joy Education’s instructional model, tools, and approach to literacy intervention.

Stage 2: Year-Long Teaching Fellowship (10 Months)

Selected fellows continue developing their practice through:

• Paid tutoring experience
• Ongoing coaching and professional learning
• Structured opportunities to build instructional expertise

Stage 3: Teaching Faculty

High-performing fellows may transition into part-time Teaching Faculty roles, supporting program delivery and mentoring newer educators.

Institute Details

Dates: June 1–12

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Format: Virtual (Live, Synchronous Sessions)

Stipend:

Fellows receive a $500 stipend upon successful completion of the institute.

What You’ll Do

During the institute, you will:

• Learn and apply structured literacy practices aligned with the Science of Reading
• Practice delivering tutoring lessons through guided simulations
• Participate in live coaching and feedback cycles
• Build skills in student engagement and relationship-building
• Learn to use data and assessments to inform instruction
• Engage with Joy Education’s digital tools and virtual tutoring platform

What You’ll Gain

• A strong foundation in evidence-based literacy instruction
• Hands-on practice with coaching and feedback
• Preparation for real-world tutoring experiences
• Entry into a selective pipeline for year-long fellowship opportunities

Completion Expectations

To successfully complete the institute, fellows must:

• Attend at least 90% of all sessions
• Participate fully in all live virtual sessions
• Complete all training activities and practice requirements
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and readiness for instructional work

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are currently enrolled in or have completed a 2-year or 4-year college program
• Are pursuing or have studied education, psychology, social work, or related fields
• Graduate students (especially in education or related disciplines) are strongly encouraged to apply
• Are interested in pursuing a career in teaching or youth development
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Are reliable, coachable, and committed to student success
• Are comfortable in a fully virtual learning and teaching environment
• Are passionate about advancing literacy in underserved communities

Application Process

Step 1: Application Submission

Candidates must submit:

• Resume
• 5-minute pre-recorded interactive read-aloud lesson (see rubric below)

Step 2: Video Submission Task

Read-Aloud Video Submission (5 Minutes)

As part of your application, please submit a 5-minute pre-recorded interactive read-aloud for an elementary-aged student (K–3).

What to include:

• Choose a short, age-appropriate text
• Read with expression, clarity, and energy
• Incorporate 2–3 questions or prompts to engage the student (e.g., predictions, connections, reflections)
• Briefly support understanding (e.g., explain a word or highlight meaning)

What we’re looking for:

• Student engagement (not just reading aloud)
• Clear, expressive delivery
• Warmth, presence, and enthusiasm
• A student-centered approach

Tip: Act as if a student is present—this should feel interactive, not just a performance.

Read-Aloud Evaluation Rubric

Criteria

What We Look For

Engagement

Uses questions, prompts, or pauses to involve the student

Clarity & Fluency

Clear, expressive, and paced reading

Instructional Moves

Supports comprehension (e.g., vocabulary, predictions, connections)

Presence & Energy

Warmth, enthusiasm, and confidence

Student-Centered Approach

Focus on making the experience interactive

Step 3: Live Interview

Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a live virtual interview focused on:

• Alignment with Joy Education’s mission and values
• Communication and relational skills
• Readiness to engage in coaching and growth

Our Values

We look for fellows who align with Joy Education’s core values:

• Joy – We bring energy, positivity, and purpose to our work with students and communities
• What’s Best for Kids (Students First) – We center every decision on what will best support student learning and success
• Equity – We are committed to expanding access and opportunity for all students, especially those historically underserved
• Ingenuity – We innovate and problem-solve to meet the evolving needs of students and communities
• Growth Mindset – We embrace feedback, continuous learning, and improvement in our practice

About Joy Education

Joy Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality literacy support through virtual and mobile reading clinics. Joy Education partners with schools, families, and community organizations to deliver personalized, evidence-based reading intervention grounded in the Science of Reading.

How to Apply

Email resources to tutorops@joyeducation.org and cc: founders@joyeducation.org

Include in the subject line Joy Education Foundation Teaching Fellowship Application - [First and Last Name]

For questions, contact: tutorops@joyeducation.org

Start your journey with Joy Education and grow into a skilled educator making a lasting impact on student literacy.