Securing a program-aligned instructional role is a requirement to enroll in Relay’s teacher programs. In Georgia, the following roles are program-aligned:

Residency - Through the Relay Teaching Residency, talented and committed aspiring educators can launch a fulfilling career in teaching. The Residency provides a gradual on-ramp to teaching, as residents spend a full year embedded in the classroom of a Mentor Teacher, also known as a Resident Advisor, before leading their own classroom in the second year. Through the Residency, Relay students will learn from experienced faculty and a network of peers, while earning a salary, a master’s degree, and/or teacher licensure. Program-aligned job titles for the Residency include Teaching Resident, Co-Teacher, and Paraprofessionals.

Non-Residency - Relay offers non-residency programs that are designed to support educators in the field through graduate coursework and clinical experiences, with observation and feedback from Relay faculty with deep teaching experience. Through coursework, clinical experiences, and the support of Relay faculty and a school-based mentor teacher, Relay students will lead their own classrooms and develop the skills needed to help all children grow. Program-aligned job titles for the Non-Residency include Teacher of record/Lead teacher. 

Most of our partners are ready to hire now! Feel free to reach out to any of the schools listed below to inquire about open residency or non-residency positions.

MAT - Residents and Non-Residents**

• Atlanta Public Schools - Interested in a role? Email Marclette Ellison at [email protected]

• Atlanta Unbound Academy- Interested in a role? Email Alaina Chipman-Leeks at [email protected]

• Bibb County Schools- Interested in a role? Email Melanie Brown at [email protected]

• Clayton County Public Schools

• Dekalb County Schools- Interested in a role? Email James Ogg at [email protected]

• Ethos Classical- Interested in a role? Email Shamar Knight-Justice at [email protected]

• KIPP Metro Atlanta- Interested in a role? Email John Rajeski at [email protected]

• Marietta City Schools- Interested in a role? Email Dayton Hibbs at [email protected]

• Resurgence Hall- Interested in a role? Email Danielle Nathan at [email protected]

• Tapestry Charter School- Interested in a role? Email Matt Tyson at [email protected]

• The Kindezi Schools- Interested in a role? Email Hyla- Mone’t Penn at [email protected]

• Westside Atlanta Charter- Interested in a role? Email Dana Cooper at [email protected] 

Teach For America

Relay Graduate School of Education has a national partnership with Teach For America (TFA), a non-profit teacher recruiting, leadership development, and teacher preparation pathway organization. Teach For America recruits outstanding and diverse leaders to become TFA “corps members.” Corps members commit to teaching for two years in a low-income community, where they’re employed by local schools and confront both the challenges and joys of expanding opportunities for kids. After two years, they become part of the TFA alumni network. Informed and inspired by their students, many continue teaching; others pursue other leadership roles in schools and school systems or launch careers in other fields that shape educational access and opportunity. 

Relay Graduate School of Education and Teach For America share a vision for outstanding educators in schools across the country. To that end, Relay and TFA have been working together to prepare teachers for several years in many of our locations.  TFA corps members enroll in Relay’s programs to seek their certification/licensure as well as degrees to further their commitment to education and making a difference in their communities.

If you are interested in becoming a TFA Corps Member, visit the TFA website to learn more about the application process.

Recommended Program Offerings for Georgia

• TFA corps members enroll in the MAT-only program offering.  If they are already certified, we recommend the Advanced Certificate in Special Education.

• Relay partners with TFA - Metro Atlanta.

• TFA corps members are placed in Atlanta Public Schools and Clayton County Schools.

Have you secured a program-aligned instructional role at a school, district, or network that is not listed here?  Email ​​​​​​[email protected]. The Partnerships team will reach out to the school, district, or network to share more about Relay's programs and requirements. 

** If you are having trouble connecting with any partner school listed above, email [email protected].  Please attach your resume to the email to share with partners.

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