We want to inspire equity-driven people, who are passionate about making an impact in South Carolina, to choose a career in education. Our corps members teach full-time for at least two years in historically underserved schools.

Corps members are:

• Selected by Teach For America
• Trained and supported by Teach For America
• Hired by a local, partner school or district
• Paid the same salary and benefits as other new teachers in their district
• Certified to teach while in the corps; with the option to pursue long-term professional certification while teaching

Our corps members come from all academic majors and career backgrounds. They do, however, have a few qualities in common. Our corps members believe deeply in kids and families; have a bold vision beyond the status quo and can create meaningful change; work effectively in collaboration with others of diverse perspectives and backgrounds; and operate with curiosity and continuously learn.

Other important information:

• There is no cost directly owed to Teach For America in order to be a corps member.
• Corps members are required to attend full-time Pre-Service Training for approximately 5-7 weeks in the summer prior to the first year in the program.
• During this time, you do receive a transitional stipend but you are not paid for your time in training.
• There is an upfront cost of about $200-400 to receive the initial certification required to teach.
• If you wish to pursue professional certification, you can do so through our university partner, Francis Marion University.