2025 Silverleaf Academy Teacher Fellowship Application Form

Silverleaf Academy Fellowship Program – Talent Academy 2024

In 2024, Silverleaf Academy launched the Talent Academy Fellowship Program with the goal of training certified teachers in the Silverleaf model. Through this program, teachers received hands-on training, co-taught in classrooms, and gained valuable experience in our innovative teaching approach.

We are proud to have trained 61 teachers in 2024, with 36 successfully hired as full-time educators.

As we continue to grow and expand the Silverleaf promise across Tanzania, we remain committed to developing the next generation of Silverleaf teachers.

For 2025, we are excited to offer an expanded 6-month teacher fellowship and successful graduates will have the opportunity to be considered for full-time employment at one of our Silverleaf Academy campuses.

Qualifications:

1. Certified teacher:  Montessori, Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree in Education 
2. 0-4 years of teaching experience (Preferred).

Roles and Responsibilities of the Fellow

• Report and remain at the fellowship station for the full fellowship period.
• Adhere to the Host Organization’s work policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all internal matters related to SilverLeaf Academy.
• Sign daily attendance/verification as directed by the Host Organization.
• Cater for all personal expenses not covered by the Host Organization (travel, medical, etc.).
• Perform all duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure proper handover of equipment/tools and materials belonging to the Host Organization at the end of the fellowship.
• Remain at the place of work during working hours and in accordance with the Host Organization’s working policies.

Additional Attributes

1. Child-friendly attitude
2. Passion for working with children aged 1-12 years
3. Passionate about innovative teaching methods
4. Interest in student-centered approaches.
5. Enthusiasm for and involvement in co-curricular activities
6. Basic skills in computer (Microsoft Office and  Email)
7. A person with a growth mindset and passion for education.
8. Fluent in spoken and written English. 
9. Strong content mastery

Application Program

1. Stage 1 Application and Upload Resume-  by EOD Thursday, 14 March
2. Notification if you have made it to the final interview day- by EOD Monday, 18 March
3. In person interview day- Monday, 25 March
4. Notification of application and offer letters- Thursday, 28 March
5. Fellowship Move In Day and Welcome- Friday, 5 April 
6. Fellowship Start Date- Monday, 8 April

Teacher Fellowship Benefits:

• Monthly Fellowship Stipend 
• 3 Meals Included (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
• Accommodations
•  Future opportunities to become a Silverleaf teacher
• Classroom sessions on modern teaching strategies
• Coaching & mentorship from expert educators
• Hands-on classroom experience

How to Apply:

To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY