Teacher Fellowship Programs

2021-2022 Teacher Fellowships (onsite)

Five (5) fellows will be selected to:

• Work together, with Mount Vernon staff, to design a slate of civics resources
• Develop resources for multiple grade levels and differentiated learning styles
• Ensure alignment with current classroom needs
• Integrate George Washington's biography, his leadership, and the value of learning about his legacies 

Who Can Apply

Educators may apply as individuals, or in groups of two or three. The strongest combination of applicants will be awarded, fellowships. Successful applicants must demonstrate their achievement in collaborative curriculum development and provide their ideas about creating inclusive civics and leadership activities that integrate George Washington's biography, leadership, and complex legacies for today's classroom. Qualified applicants include exceptional classroom teachers (grades K-12), curriculum specialists, media specialists, and those engaged in university-level teacher training or non-profit educational resources development. 

Fellowship Requirements

• Participate in all of the onsite portions of the fellowship (July 6-July 23, 2021) 
• Submit (as a team) 5 or more classroom-ready resources for digital publication
• Provide feedback based on classroom experience using the resources in the 2021-22 school year

Fellowship Award

All fellows will be awarded a $3000 stipend and round-trip travel to and from Mount Vernon in July. Housing and breakfast will be provided. All other meals and incidentals will be the responsibility of the fellow. 

How to Apply 

The online application will ask for a resume, references, and evidence of your work in team-based curriculum creation.  Applicants will also be invited to share their ideas about creating inclusive civics and leadership-based classroom activities that integrate George Washington's biography, leadership, and complex legacies.