Program

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Fellowship

Opportunity Type

Fellowship

About the Program

The Museum is pleased to offer an innovative Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program that leverages its unique scientific resources and long history of leadership in teacher education and professional development. This 15-month program addresses a critical shortage of qualified science teachers in New York State, particularly in high-needs schools with diverse populations. The MAT program is a partnership with four schools in New York City and Yonkers. Developed and delivered in the context of a natural history museum, the program integrates academic theory and learning with application in a school setting, with a specialization in Earth Science for grades 7-12.

Program Location

NY

Program Start

June 10, 2020

Application Deadline

January 31, 2020

Application Website

www.amnh.org/learn-teach/master-of-arts-in-teaching/application-and-eligibility

Paid?

Additional Benefits

• Full scholarship to cover tuition.
• $30,000 stipend over the duration of the 15-month program; part of the stipend may be used to purchase health insurance

Description

• A Bachelor’s Degree (30 credits) in Earth Science or a related discipline (e.g., Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography, or Space Science) OR a Bachelor’s with a minimum of 24 credits in Earth Science plus 6 additional credits in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Biology
• Minimum GPA of 3.00
• A signed agreement to seek employment as a teacher in a high-needs New York State public school for at least four years upon graduation
• U.S. Citizen or Legal Resident
• Special consideration will be given to individuals with skills/experiences such as the ability to communicate in a second language, in-depth knowledge of social issues, and having lived abroad

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Open to students attending school in:

Minimum GPA

Citizenship

• U.S. Citizens
• Legal Permanent Residents

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