Seton Teaching Fellow

What We Offer

STF is a fully funded year of service that is making missionary catechesis and classroom education accessible for all. We provide . . .

• A biweekly stipend—without fundraising.
• Free, safe and quality housing with other Seton Teaching Fellows—we live in intentional and joyful communities of faith.
• Participation in vibrant faith formation and a sacramental lifestyle.
• Professional development that equips and supports you to be a leader in education, ministry, non-profit work, and beyond.
• Impressive opportunities for funded masters degrees, certification, and licensure in a variety of fields!
• Opportunities for loan forbearance, health care, and educational grants.
• Generous time-off and a calendar year with space for breaks, retreats, and rest.
• Competitive job/graduate school opportunities upon completion of the Fellow year. ​​​​

What We Do

• Seton Teaching Fellows will serve in our network schools across New York, Texas, and Ohio during the 2026-2027 school year (the Fellowship will run from mid-July to June of the following year).
• Fellows live in the neighborhood where our schools are located, and serve at our schools, during school hours, Monday-Friday. 
• Fellows teach catechesis classes to students at all of our schools.
• Fellows take part in rigorous instructional coaching and professional development sessions in order to grow as teachers throughout the year.
• Fellows participate in and bring intentional community, sacramental faith life, and life-giving formation to the neighborhoods where we serve.  

Who We Work With

• All majors and levels of education — you don't have to posses a background or degree in education, and we have opportunities for students taking a gap year or a break from college. We also hire graduates who have already served in the professional work force or another mission.
• Students and graduates from around the nation — we pay for relocation, travel, housing, and training. Don't stress about moving to a new city or finding a community to tap into—we'll take care of it for you. 
• Students who are eligible for work in the U.S. or OPT — If you are an international student, we might be able to accommodate your work situation! 
• Students and grads from various work experiences — While we work with children and young adults in underserved neighborhoods, you don't have to have professional experience working with children, schools, or a specific age group—you only need the call to serve!

Essential Skills and Duties

• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• A desire to teach the fullness of the Catholic faith.
• The ability to socially and professionally connect with students, staff, and families from diverse backgrounds.
• A growth mindset rooted in optimism and collaboration.
• Willingness to live and participate in a communal men's or women's household, receive faith formation, and pray with others.
• Willingness and ability to work and teach in schools and classrooms with Pre-K through 8th-grade students, as well as to receive professional development and training pertaining to their professional role.
• At least two years of college experience.
• Core belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence.