Why Teach?
The teaching profession is one of the most stable in America. Careers in education allow Black men to grow professionally and financially. With a career in education, you can impact the next generation and expand your legacy.
With an infusion of Black men in education, students perform better. With higher-performing students, communities improve access to wealth today and in future generations. Become an educator today!
He Is Me Institute is here to help you get started. Whether you are in high school looking into college majors, in college selecting your field, or in the classroom making a difference every day, He Is Me Institute works to get you to the school and keep you in the classroom, making an impact.
The Model
A one-year cohort of Black male college students who build community through engaging in affinity-based learning while discovering their passion for teaching. This 10-month fellowship includes the following:
- Completing 22 asynchronous weekly learning modules
- Connecting with other fellows during ten monthly cohort seminars
- Waived cost of attendance to Future Teachers Institute at Shady Hill School
- Conducting education research
- Earning the Future Teacher Certificate (from He Is Me Institute Shady Hill Teacher Training Center)
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An affinity space for current, aspiring, and former Black male teachers to build community, learn about national opportunities for Black male teachers, and access career and professional development.
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Your time is valuable and is one of the most impactful donations we could ask for. Join our volunteer list today. Volunteers serve at events and support programs during the school year. students facilitate.
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The Black male teacher shop
The place for educators to express culture, integrity, empathy, and reflection. Our apparel sparks conversations about the current state of education and the racial wealth gap in America. All sales support the mission of He Is Me Institute.
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Ask Me Why Tee$35.00 – $40.00Select options
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Joe Clark Taught Me Tee$35.00 – $40.00Select options
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Black Male Teacher Hoodie Gold$45.00 – $50.00Select options
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