Our Purpose
The Impact Institute understands the influence Black men and males of color have on children, schools, communities, and the field of education.
Through various initiatives such as the Black Male Teacher Residency, The Impact Institute exists to specifically address the professional effectiveness and personal growth of Black males and males of color.
Black Male Teacher Residency Overview
The Black Male Teacher Residency (BMTR) is designed to recruit, reach, and retain Black men and males of color. This initiative is a two-year residency program based upon the needs of Black men and males of color.
Through tailored professional development, content and pedagogical training, mentoring, and ongoing support, we elevate their professional effectiveness and personal growth.
Residency Benefits
- Financial Support: Earn as you learn, participants will be provided with a salary and benefits while working towards the completion of their teaching credentials.
- Professional Development/Networking: Participants will receive specialized professional development focused on content, pedagogy, and maximizing your impact as a Black male teacher. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to attend conferences and networking events centered around the importance, development, and success of Black Male Teachers.
- Theory into Action: From day 1, Fellows will be working to apply pedagogical theory and best practices in the classroom as they work to attain a Master of Arts through American University’s 18 Month MAT Program.
- Gradually Transition: Unlike traditional teacher preparation programs, BMTR provides participants a gradual transition into full-time teaching. This allows participants to ease into the role of a teacher, gaining confidence and competence over time.
- Mentoring/Coaching: BMTR Residents will receive individualized training and coaching to support their personalized development plan and student academic targets during and post residency.
- Go Far Together: Participants will meet, attend class, and matriculate in cohorts or groups designed to collaborate, support, and share best practices as Black male teachers.
- Job Placement: Receive Lead Teacher placement support within Friendship Public Charter School or partnering school districts upon completion of the program.