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Teach at Thrive

Prepare the next generation of leaders

Why Teach at Thrive?

At Thrive Scholars, we are committed to empowering high-achieving students from under-resourced communities to succeed at top colleges and beyond. As a faculty member, you’ll play a vital role in this mission by teaching rigorous math and writing courses designed to prepare our Scholars for academic success in our nation’s most selective institutions of higher learning.

Current graduate students are encouraged to apply for Teaching Assistant or Program Assistant positions.

Learn more about our programs including our 6-Year Program, Thrive Academies, and OnRamp.

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Our North Star: Economic Mobility

Our mission is guided by one powerful vision: Economic Mobility. We are dedicated to breaking cycles of inequality by equipping talented, high-achieving students with the resources, skills, and mentorship they need to thrive in college and beyond.

By providing access to higher education and professional opportunities, we empower students to build the future they deserve — one where they can reach their fullest potential, contribute to their communities, and become leaders in their fields. Our work is about creating lasting change and opening doors to success for those who need it most.

Thrive faculty members are vital to driving our mission forward, and their understanding and commitment to it are key to our success.

Economic mobility isn’t just a goal — it’s our North Star, and it drives everything we do.

Faculty Application Timeline

Application Opens:

Faculty applications are typically available starting in December and accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.

Priority Deadline:

Applications submitted by January 15th will receive priority consideration.

Post-Deadline Review:

Applications submitted after January 15th will be reviewed based on program needs and availability.

Offer Notifications:

Official offers for priority applications will be extended in March.

Visit this link to explore current opportunities

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Where You’ll Make a Difference

Program Locations

Our programs are hosted at prestigious institutions across the country.*

  • Amherst, MA
    • Residential Program at Amherst College
  • Chicago, IL
    • Commuter Program at the University of Chicago
  • Los Angeles, CA
    • Commuter Program at the University of Southern California
  • Miami, FL
    • Residential Program at the University of Miami
  • New York City, NY
    • Commuter Program at Mercy University Manhattan

 

*Programs take place during the summer. Exact dates are provided during the application process.

Curriculum You’ll Lead

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  • Writing Courses:
    • Writing 1
    • Writing 2
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  • Math Courses:
    • Statistics
    • Pre-Calculus
    • Calculus 1
    • Calculus  2
    • Multivariable Calculus

Are You Ready to Make an Impact? 

Teaching at Thrive Scholars is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Ask yourself these questions to see if this role is right for you:

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  • Do you have a passion for teaching and mentoring?
    Thrive faculty are deeply invested in their students’ academic and personal growth.

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  • Do you have professional teaching experience?
    We look for individuals with a graduate degree and at least four semesters of experience

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  • Are you adaptable and collaborative?
    Thrive faculty work within curricular guidelines but have room to bring their expertise and creativity into the classroom.

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  • Can you commit to a summer of intensive teaching?
    Our programs run for 5–7 weeks in commuter or residential settings, requiring dedication and enthusiasm.

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  • Do you value diversity and inclusion?
    Thrive Scholars serves a diverse group of underrepresented students, and we seek faculty who share our commitment to equity in education.

     

     

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you might be the perfect fit to teach at Thrive Scholars!

 

Apply Today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply to multiple sites?

Yes, you can indicate your preferences in the application. However, most staff select the location that is either their home city or most convenient to live in during the program.

Residential faculty receive a meal plan covering three meals a day at the campus dining hall. Commuter faculty are provided with lunch and snacks daily.

Faculty may bring a car, but parking fees are not included in the compensation package and are the responsibility of the faculty member.

Housing is provided on campus in dormitory-style accommodations with private single rooms and shared facilities. Family housing is not available. Please expect that there will be no air conditioning and ADA requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Faculty have autonomy within their classes while following the prescribed syllabus, common assignments, and assessments.

Thrive Faculty Testimonials

  • Lybroan James
  • Pre-Calculus - Los Angeles

I was inspired to teach at Thrive so I would have an opportunity to pay it forward. Organizations had programs like this for me when I was a child and they served me well and provided experiences that helped shape my future and provide access to environments that would otherwise not be available.

  • Bella Tobin
  • Multivariable Calculus and Calc 1 - Miami

When I teach my summer courses at Thrive, I look out at the students and I know that I am teaching future leaders. I am confident that these students have a strong career ahead of them and it is an honor to be a part of their journey. Whether its meeting a quiet student who finds their confidence, or challenging a strong student with abstract ideas and advanced computations, or helping a student see how problem solving will be useful in their career choice, every summer provides an incredible classroom experience with some of the most brilliant minds in the country.

  • Dr. Treya T Allen
  • Writing - Miami

The best part of teaching for Thrive is that it impacts and strengthens your own teaching practice. It provides you with connections between colleagues that also support and enhance your skills. You also learn a lot from the scholars. The time you spend with scholars is both amazing and instructional. While four or six weeks does not seem like a long time, you help to launch scholars into their fullest potential through scaffolding and support. You also learn about yourself during this process.

  • Zay Dale
  • Introduction to College Writing, College Writing - Amherst

I started working as a faculty member for Thrive 4 years ago, and it has been my pleasure to continually maintain a mentorship like role with students from years past to present. Many of my former students, who are now upper division college students at some of the best universities in the nation, still reach out to me. It brings me much joy to hear that students not only found my Thrive classes to be highly intellectually stimulating, but they also note how beneficial such classes were now that they are in college courses. As such, I look forward to mentoring other scholars in the future and helping them with their aspirations.