Why Join?

Teachers matter.

Everyone understands that excellent teachers are essential to improving student achievement. Good teachers help students master new skills, make progress, and overcome challenges that might otherwise derail them from succeeding in school. This is more than just common sense; research shows that an effective teacher can significantly boost student learning, and several highly-effective teachers in a row can actually eliminate the persistent gap in academic achievement that separates low-income and minority students from White students.

Baltimore students need you.

Unfortunately, when it comes to the resource that matters most in education—great teachers—America has not delivered on the promise of an equal education for all. The results are predictable, both across the country and here in Baltimore. Only 35% of Baltimore's eighth grade students are performing on grade level in math and 61% are performing on grade level in reading. Despite these statistics, we know that all students can achieve at high levels if there is an effective teacher in every classroom.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Since 2002, BCTR has worked to help nearly 1,200 teachers enter the classrooms where they are needed most. Residents are committed to ensuring that all Baltimore students receive a world-class education, and our program provides the rigorous preparation and support they need to meet that ambitious goal. Every day, Residents help shape the futures of more than 83,000 students in our city. If you are ready to join this extraordinary network of teachers dedicated to improving opportunities for all Baltimore students, apply today.