Generation Teach is launching in Sacramento, California. Apply to Coach or Lead
Generation Teach is committed to engaging TK-8 students in summer learning, investing undergraduate and high-school students in teaching, and developing professional teachers as leaders. Throughout your Generation Teach experience, you will have the opportunity to co-create an engaging, joyful summer learning experience for students; coach, develop, and inspire undergraduate and high-school students as they try teaching; and develop your leadership skills by coaching, leading operations, supporting students and families, or providing site-wide instructional leadership. Presummer training will support you as you develop skills and practice scenarios to co-create loving communities where students, teachers, and leaders learn, grow, and develop.
At Generation Teach, you will grow your skills in:
Instructional leadership
People & culture
Family & community engagement
Operations & management
The commitment features:
16 hours of asynchronous (12 hours) and synchronous (4 hours) training
Up to 3 days of co-leading Teaching Fellow Training
Up to 30 days of coaching and leading during the GT STEAM Academy
Part-Time Coaching Roles
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Coach emerging educators and support strong academic learning.
Provides real-time coaching to Teaching Fellows in reading, math, engineering, and law. Models instruction and supports student engagement.
🕐 7:15 AM – 12:15 PM
💰 $100/DAY
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Bring energy, joy, and structure to the afternoon.
Supports Teaching Fellows in art, games, sports, fitness, and SEL activities. Ensures safety, engagement, and positive culture during enrichment.
🕐 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
💰$90/DAY
Full-Time Leadership Roles
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Shape student culture and community.
Leads behavior systems, restorative practices, family communication, and support for students with additional needs. Coaches staff on student support strategies.
🕐 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💰 $260/DAY
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Run the engine of the site.
Manages daily logistics, schedules, staffing coverage, attendance systems, and safety procedures. Ensures smooth execution at all times.
🕐 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💰 $260/DAY
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Coach the coaches and strengthen teaching.
Supervises Academic and Enrichment Coaches. Observes instruction, provides feedback, and leads professional development to drive teaching quality.
🕐 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💰 $260/DAY
“Generation Teach not only prepares future educators for the classroom but they also prepare current educators for administrative leadership. There is always something that can be learned and applied in the education field as well as other professions. I am so thankful to have experienced this opportunity twice!”
— Generation Teach Summer Leader
Is Generation Teach Summer Leadership for you?
Are you looking to connect with others in a loving community, rejuvenate during a challenging time, and regain the passion that inspired you to join the profession?
Are you dedicated to co-creating a loving community and empowering a new generation of teachers?
Are you seeking to grow and lead as a teacher who co-creates loving communities where all of your students thrive?
“I was surrounded by so many intelligent, passionate professionals and was inspired in every way. I love Generation Teach.”
— Generation Teach Summer Leader
Why lead at Generation Teach?
Leading at Generation Teach is an opportunity to redefine leadership. Leadership is often viewed as a position, but we all have the opportunity to co-lead and co-create every day. At Generation Teach, you will develop your identity as a leader while fostering the leadership of others.
“…Be ready to feel loved and accepted in a way that will elevate you.”
— Generation Teach Summer Leader
FAQs
▶︎ What will I learn?
Within a loving community context, you will strengthen your ability to:
- Lead restorative circles and hold space for challenging conversations
- Build relationships with families
- Plan and facilitate effective meetings
- Set intentions, reflect on progress, and shift practices to meet goals
- Develop executive skills in others & narrate the journey for others
- Set the tone for students
- Implement curricula
- Lead and execute overall school operations
- Lead assessment and data analysis
▶︎ When is the application deadline?
Final deadline: May 10
Leadership applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest convenience. Coach interviews will be held on Thursday, May 14.
▶︎ What is the ideal applicant profile?
Excellent candidates:
- Have at least 3 years of professional experience in teaching and/or coaching
- Believe that you have the potential to move from good to great with the right system and support
- Are looking to develop leadership skills
- Are committed to the duration of the residency
▶︎ What are my hours during the summer?
The summer program runs Monday through Friday in the summer. Schedules vary by role:
- Academic Coaches: 7:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
- Enrichment Coaches: 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Summer Associate: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Deans: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Director: 7:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
*Full-time roles include participation in two summer evening events.
▶︎ What will I do as a Generation Teach Dean?
As a Dean, you will collaborate to support key areas of site leadership that help create a loving, safe, and well-run learning community. Dean responsibilities may include instructional leadership, site operations, and student success, and Deans work closely together to ensure students, teaching fellows, and families feel supported each day.
Dean of Instruction
- Coaching and supporting teaching fellows to strengthen instructional practice and lesson implementation
- Observing classrooms and providing regular, aligned instructional feedback
- Supporting lesson planning and high-quality instruction across the site
- Planning and overseeing instructional assessments and student surveys
- Ensuring afternoon enrichments and advisories are engaging, consistent, and supportive of student learning
Dean of Operations
- Managing site systems, facilities, supplies, and daily program logistics
- Overseeing attendance systems, transportation, food service, and arrival and dismissal
- Supporting classroom technology and ensuring spaces are safe and ready for learning
- Communicating with families about schedules, procedures, and operational updates
- Coordinating logistics for field trips, Community Meetings, and sitewide events
Dean of Student Success
- Supporting students and teaching fellows with behavior management and restorative practices
- Responding to student needs to promote engagement, belonging, and safety
- Leading student-focused family communication related to behavior, attendance, and engagement
- Supporting attendance motivation and positive student experiences
- Helping plan student-facing events, field trips, and community-building experiences
▶︎ Are there eligibility guidelines?
US citizens, US nationals, lawful permanent residents, and DACA recepients are eligible to apply.
“I have a new confidence and am able to transfer that in the way that I communicate with others at my school, share my ideas with administration, and continue to be an asset in the community.”
— Generation Teach Summer Leader
Hear From Past GT Leaders
We have been supporting amazing educators for 12 years as they have coached and led at Generation Teach. Watch the video below to hear reflections from our summer 2020 leaders.