teachNOLA transforms talented people into great teachers for students who need them the most. Since 2007, teachNOLA has welcomed and trained over 1,000 teachers reaching 95,000 students in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish. We look for college graduates, recent college graduates and career changers without teaching certification who have the dedication and passion to serve our amazing students.

teachNOLA has a broad network, where both Teaching Fellows and local Teach For America corps members complete the same acclaimed TNTP Academy certification training, which has consistently earned top ratings for effectiveness. With thousands of TNTP-trained teachers throughout the city, Fellows are likely to have helpful alumni in their schools.