And the best.

The most important job in the world

Teaching can be more challenging,

satisfying, and rewarding than you

imagine. We’re looking for soon-

to-be college graduates with STEM

backgrounds and STEM professionals

who want more from their job, their

career, their calling — by becoming

a teacher.

Project Inspire is an innovative

15-month teacher residency that

incorporates a master’s degree and

valuable classroom experience. We

bring together residents and highly

effective STEM teachers in the urban

classrooms of Chattanooga, Tennessee.

14,000 new STEM jobs added in TN by 2018

50% of all urban teachers leave after three years, leaving urban students disadvantaged

local STEM careers are fast growing

who will fill the gap?

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25th

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only

of American high school seniors are proficient in mathematics and interested in a STEM career.

The United States is falling behind internationally, ranking 25th in mathematics and 17th in science among industrialized nations. In our competitive global economy, this situation is unacceptable.

2/3 of high school math students and 1/3 of those enrolled in physical science have teachers who did not major in the subject in college or are not certified to teach it.

Access to great teaching can close these gaps. You can transform challenge into opportunity. We need exemplary math and science teachers to inspire the next generation of thinkers, engaged citizens, and problem-solvers.

we need you to inspire!

16%

students with underprepared teachers

“My clinical instructor

provided me with the

knowledge and skills I need

to succeed during my first

year. My coaches provided

feedback and were always

available when I needed them.

I enjoyed being a part of a

cohort that I could bond with

and share my strengths and

struggles. The school where

I was placed welcomed me as

one of their own, and I feel

very well prepared.”

- Jessica Smith, Project Inspire

graduate and first-year teacher

at East Lake Elementary

why a residency program?

Full year apprenticeship with a great teacher in an

urban classroom

Residents learn with each other, from each

other, and from experts

For 4 years: coaching support, professional

development, and access to 2,300 teachers nationally

A $22,100 living stipend during the

residency year

Earn a Master’s in Curriculum &

Instruction + teaching license in 15 months

Earn a $10,000 stipend each year for 4 years on top of a teaching salary

why you?

Because you have...

BELIEF that all students can learn and grow

COMMITMENT to making a difference and changing kids’ lives

Dynamic, engaging PERSONALITY

Ability to foster strong RELATIONSHIPS

PASSION for problem-solving

STRONG content knowledge

EXCITEMENT about Chattanooga and the community’s

entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to place

“Why not urban schools? Every child deserves a great

education and a great teacher, and I fully intend to be

a great teacher. I am always growing, learning and

working to be better, and I expect the same from my

students. They are happy to rise to the occasion; they

are phenomenal kids.”

- Jillian Simpson, Project Inspire graduate and first-year

science teacher at T yner Academy

Apply today for consideration at

ProjectInspireTN.org

Key Dates:

March 1, 2015: application deadline

March 15-16, 2015: selection event

June 2015: orientation

Project Inspire is supported by:

applications for 2015 residencies are now open.