Securing a program-aligned instructional role is a requirement to enroll in Relay’s teacher programs. In New Jersey, 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 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, Paraprofessional, Co-Teacher.

• 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. They will also receive coaching and support from our team of experienced faculty to help them prepare them for state certification exams. 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 & Non-Residents

• Achievers Early College Prep

• Great Oaks Charter Schools

• LINK Community Charter School

• Mastery Charter Schools

• Paul Robeson Charter School

MAT - Non-Residents

• Gateway Academy Newark

• Camden City Schools

• College Achieve Public Schools

• Democracy Prep

• Elizabeth Public Schools

• KIPP New Jersey Cooper Norcross

• KIPP New Jersey TEAM Academy

• Newark Public Schools

• North Star Academy

• Passaic Public Schools

• People's Achieve DBA Gateway Academy

• Uncommon Schools

Have you secured a program-aligned instructional role at a school, district, or network that is not listed here?  

Email [email protected] for details.

Relay partners with Teach for America in New Jersey. Please click here to learn more about this partnership.

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