Our Story
Teach for the Philippines is a for-purpose, non-stock, non-profit organization that works to ensure all Filipino children benefit from an excellent, inclusive, and relevant education.
Founded in 2012, TFP focuses its efforts on improving teacher quality and addressing education challenges at the system-level. Through its three core programs, the organization builds a movement of high-potential Filipinos who can improve student learning outcomes, spark positive change in public school communities, and set reforms in motion to transform our public schools to become that which our children deserve, and that which our country needs.
Teach for the Philippines stands on the shoulders of a giant: Sa Aklat Sisikat Foundation (SAS). SAS created a 30-day reading program which was proven by the MIT J-PAL Poverty Action Lab to have significant positive impact in the reading skills of participating students (Linden, Leigh, Baafra Abeberese, and Todd Kumler, 2013).
Today, as a way of expanding the impact of SAS, oriented towards learning and built on a foundation of research, evidence, and operational excellence, TFP has grown into a nationwide movement that has engaged over 300 Filipino teachers and community leaders who are committed to work towards meaningful and positive change. And so, driven by a passion for expanding opportunities for public school students across the country, Teach for the Philippines aims to build a nation of readers® and to transform the public school system to become the best that it can be.
Vision, Mission, Values
Vision
All Filipino children will benefit from an excellent, inclusive, relevant education.
Mission
We identify, develop, and support…
...Teachers who positively impact the academic and life skills of their public school students through the TFP approach;
...Alumni who leverage their teaching experiences to advance education reform throughout their lives;
...A network of partners that work together on shared objectives for education reform.
Values
Every employee and alumnus of Teach for the Philippines—inside and outside the classroom—must aspire to model the leadership the country needs in order to progress. To guide us in this effort, we hold the following six operational values to be true. These values represent the way we conduct ourselves on a daily basis.
- We focus on the Mission.
- We work as a team to deliver excellent results. Individually and collectively, delivering on big tasks or small, we carry out our work to the best of our abilities.
- We roll up our sleeves and persevere to get the job done. In the pursuit of operational excellence, each member of our team sets aside his or her personal ego to reach out and extend a hand when it is needed.
- We act with integrity, respect, and kindness especially in the face of ambiguity. Our vision of success includes acting with integrity and without malice; being respectful and being kind, in every situation and at all times - even when no one is looking.
- We listen and learn from everyone and everything. In modeling the leadership we want to see in our country, it is critical to have humility. We accept that we do not know everything. We also recognize that every individual and every community has a story to tell.
- We build and value strong partnerships.Social change is a consensus amongst many different organizations, cultures, and orientations. Creating impact through social change means working with others, inside and outside our organization.
…And above all, we commit to working towards a vision where all Filipino children will benefit from an excellent, inclusive, and relevant education.
Our Board of Trustees
Co-founder and Board Chairperson, Teach for the Philippines; Director at UPS-Delbros Express Inc.; Member Pro-tem Council of the Asian Philanthropy Circle; Board Chairman of Save the Children-Philippines; former Board Member of the Museo Pambata and the Bantay Bata Advisory Board
Co-founder, Teach for the Philippines; Board member of Friendly Care Foundation, Family Forum of the Philippines; Board Member of Hong Kong based Center for Asian Philanthropy (CAPS); Board Member, Boston College; Board Member, For The Women Foundation
Co-founder; Former CEO, Teach for the Philippines; World Economic Forum Young Global Leader; Inaugural 2018 class of Obama Foundation Fellows; Asia Society Asia 21 Young Leaders Class of 2016; 2016 Ten Outstanding Young Men National Awardee; The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS) 2019 Awardee; Fellow of the Philippine Institute of Corporate Directors; Delegate of the World Wide Fund for Nature’s Next Generation Council
Executive Director, UBS AG, Singapore; Former Co-CEO, Maybank ATR Kim Eng; Former CEO of Bank of Singapore–Philippines; Board President and Trustee of World Wildlife Fund Philippines
CEO, Bruno’s Barbers; Vice President and General Manager – Milk, Century Pacific Food, Inc.; Former Vice President and Head of Marketing, Chowking Philippines
Strategic Adviser for Corporate Resources Group & Strategic Human Resources at Ayala Corporation; Partner, Penbrothers International; Former Group Head of Human Resources at AC Industrial Technology Holdings Inc.; Former Head of HR Operations of Maersk Line Asia Pacific
Founder and CEO, Evident Communications; Former Executive Director, Conrado and Ladiswala Alcantara Foundation Inc. (CLAFI)
COO, Thinking Machines Data Science; Former Chief Strategy Officer at Teach for the Philippines; Former Board of Trustee, Wharton-Penn Alumni Association of the Philippines
Chief Executive Officer, Teach for the Philippines; Chief Operations Officer (2020-2023); Data & Impact Assessment Director (2016-2020); Segment Producer, i-Witness, GMA News
Chairman and CEO of First Philippine Holdings Corporation and First Gen Corporation and Energy Development Corporation
Marketing Director, IBE, Colgate-Palmolive; General Manager, iProspect; Chief Digital Officer, Dentsu Aegis Network
Corporate Secretary, Teach for the Philippines; Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW)
Assistant Corporate Secretary, Teach for the Philippines; Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW)
Advisory Council
Our Team
Teach for the Philippines is led by young, civic-minded, and entrepreneurial individuals with a bias for action. We focus on results and work intelligently towards expanding opportunities for all Filipino children. As citizens, we are committed to being the change we want to see in our country.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
PUBLIC AFFAIRS TEAMS
Chief of Staff: Angel Ramos
Strategic Communications OIC: Andrea Grace Sawit
Multimedia Design: Kamil Dadal
Content Strategy Consultant: Candice Montenegro
Government Relations & Placement Managers: Saira Ferrer, Ciara Ombao-Aranzaso, Thea Murcia
Government Relations & Placement Associate: Ann Ubaña
OPERATIONS TEAMS
HR Director: Veronica Maria Navarro
HR Manager: Lei Talon
HR Associate: Roy Jaluag
Finance Manager: Ken-Aldrich Sanz
Finance Associates: Mark Jade Erazo, Freya Villacarlos
Data & Impact Assessment Director: Edcel Artificio ('15-Quezon City)
Data & Impact Assessment Manager: Juvhan Rebangcos ('20-Victorias, Negros Occidental), Renz Roc
Data Consultant: Johanna Castro Borromeo
PROGRAM TEAMS
Fellowship Program Director: Ginny Villa-Real
Fellow Support
Training Managers: John Cedric Pineda (‘18-Marikina); Lirio Josefina Mapa; Vina Leonardo
Leadership Development Managers: Jan Alliana Rubio
Student Development: Kyle Geroche (‘18-Marikina), Beam Millena
Recruitment, Selection, Matriculation
Admissions Manager: Jessica Reyes
Admission Associates: Hannah Ramos (‘19-Cagayan de Oro), AJ Alceso
Alumni Program Director: Marie Angela Rosal ('14-Marikina)
Alumni Program Managers: Liane Ira Amat (‘17-Cagayan de Oro), Gabriel Maria Tibayan (‘18-Marikina), Deanna Baylon
Public School Teacher Pathways Program Director: Danise Macaraya-Tiongson ('16-Marikina)
Public School Teacher Pathways Program Manager: Jerson Capuyan ('14-Biñan, Laguna)
Public School Teacher Pathways Program Associate: Kim dela Cruz ('18-Angeles, Pampanga)
THOUGHT PARTNERS & CONSULTANTS
Dr. Edmundo Litton, Dr. Emily Beam, Belinda Brown, Sarah Co, Louie Arcilla, Patch Silva
Assessment Analytics, Independent Minds, StudioCo, IDInsight
Our Teachers
Every year, through Teach for the Philippines' core programs, the organization enlists Teacher Fellows and Teacher Leaders - promising Filipinos driven to lead positive lasting changes in their classrooms, communities, and country. Throughout their two-year programs, our teachers are trained to become lifelong advocates for education equity who will advance education reform throughout their lifetime.
Our 2023 Cohort
Ma. Theresa Abellera
Yves Arboleda*
John Dave Balaguer
Reamae Batoy
John Louis Brigole
Myrille Saira Brusola
Andrea Anna Cabangon
Viancamille Cruz*
Francis Clark David
Janna Marie Deocampo
Joana Lyra Donozo
Romel Eduria*
Reinalyn Esguerra
Karen Nicole Fallorina
John Pepe Galang
Chandra Chloe Garcia
Mary Joy Glino
Ana Lorraine Gumatay*
Aaron James Laygo
Jorico Lentejas
Justin Jade Leones
David John Limben
Nikaella Llantino
Joseph Adrian Mamangun
Cindy Manalang
Therese Angela Moloa
Angelica Isabelle Moreno
Mary Jane Moreno
Vanessa Lyka Natural
Hero Oglimen
Emmie Flor Orbon
Abigail Oropeza*
Milarose Pedrosa
Leonides Pillar*
Monica Robles
Minerva Salao
Anne Kiana San Juan
Aileen Grace Sevilla*
Ambross Elvin John Sumaylo
Dianna Kyle Tagalog
Eunice Valdez
Jhon Lloyd Vidal
Gabriella Aurora Villaverde
Annabelle Yamba
Lea Julianne Zarza
*The names with asterisks are our participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Our 2022 Cohort
April Rhose Albito
Charry Mae Bacnat
Ernesto Baguan Jr.
Maria Shiela Batacan
Karla Christel Borja
Jamie Caindoy*
David Mark Calma
Amy Grant Castillo*
Mary Rose Cometa
Eunice Rophe Cuartero
Jim Miguel Edmilao
Michelle Angela Giron
Jonalyn Javier
Anatalie Joy Legaspi*
Lynette Mahait*
Jallal Malaguia
Jay R Mando*
Danica Marcellana
King Pierre Moncal
Genesis Pedregosa
Ina Rosell
Marijoe Janine Sabarez
Patricia Angelu Supapo
Jazmea Nickle Tadle
Aida Talorong*
Jejomar Villacorte*
Yul Villanueva Jr.
Holden Andrew Villapando
*The names with asterisks are our participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Our Alumni
The final stage of The Teach for the Philippines Fellowship is Alumni Pathways. Our leaders commit to education equity beyond the 24-month Fellowship program, whether they remain in the classroom, move on to education administration, work in government or the corporate sector, or join a different social development path.
A key part of the Alumni Pathways is Teach for the Philippines’ Alumni Mentorship Program.
Teach for the Philippines’ Alumni Mentorship Program supports the transfer of valuable leadership knowledge through mentoring. This is an opportunity for second-year Teacher Fellows to forge a meaningful relationship with a respected professional, who believes in developing young leaders as part of nation building. The Teacher Fellows are responsible for actively engaging their mentors to further their learning and professional development. A mentor facilitates learning by asking thought-provoking questions and sharing invaluable career advice that help Teacher Fellows to reflect on their own experiences.
Our 2021 Cohort
Samantha Almaden
Ma. Elena Alvarez*
Mishael Jan Bataclan
Moneta Diomer Calati*
Abigail Carranza
Sherielyn Castro*
Rudy Clariño
Francheska Marie Cortejos
Mikaela Cortez
Eufemia De Asis*
Nica Mae De Castro
Karina De Guzman*
Regine De La Viña
Kyra Ammi Dizon
Eiriel Rain Dollete
Ketchie Ferraris*
Wyn Gallo
Mark Jay Gamao
Marites Gelacio*
Novalyn Guiquing*
Vernie Glojun Lasmarias
Norlyn Lazaro*
Imelda Lelina*
Edmar Lingatong
Denzel Macaraig
Charmaine Refrima
Mary Jane Rivera*
Dominic Rolloda
Elvie Sadio*
Alison Salva
Evangeline Sibuyan*
Richelle Villasor
Rohi Yocariza
*The names with asterisks are our participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Our 2020 Cohort
Hannah Mae Canillas
Dan Sandino Cipriano
Ayaka Datuin
Mary Frances Angeles De Guzman
Rosvir Kate Flores
Kate Cassidy Gaetos
Yna Marie Jubas
Shera May Lacanglacang*
Leahlyn Lingatong*
Mark Aloysius Mailom
Ruby Hazel Mesoga
Jann Romeo Nacar
Czarina Marie Nacionales
Don Johnson Neri
Kenjie Nob*
Jurell Ordanes
Thea Philline Paguiligan
Welyn Ragasi*
Juvhan Rebangcos
Pamela Robin
Hasima Salic*
*The names with asterisks are our participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Our 2019 Alumni
*The names with asterisks are our participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Ysabel Eugene Agregado
Isabel Anne Alano
Ysabelle Cabodil
Monique Angela Cadag
Carlos Caldit
Jia Vanessa Catiis
Michael Clementir
Riz Supreme Comia
Luis Gabriel Cruz
Ryan Augusto Cunanan
Kimberly De Leon
Joyce De Luna
Christine Eduave*
Kathleen Hazel Esmama
Nove de Praise Fegarido
Jennie Ver Gabon
Erwin Gantalao
Johnrill Generoso*
Julius Irasga
Annie Lauras*
Ann Margarett Lazaro
Carolyn Legason*
Aeman Llantada
Jun Lucas*
Jennylyn Marcelino*
Ian Ezekiel Martin*
Princess Jackie Mata
Karen Louie Mejos*
Florelyn Micua
Mabell Mingoy
Lyca Rose Pantino
Mae Rosette Patio
Rosa Mae Piolo*
Jann Rencille Quinto*
Hannah Camille Ramos
Christianne Romano
Rennzy Louise Sanchez
Celine Marie Santos
Rose Anne Saoi*
Michelle Tejada*
Nesiree Vili
Maria Isabelle Vinoya
Chatelaine Wansi
Our 2018 Alumni
Our 2018 Cohort hailed from 16 universities in the Philippines (38% from NCR, 50% outside NCR, 8% Visayas, 4% Mindanao).
*The names with asterisks are our inaugural participants in the Public School Teacher Pathways.
Mariel Danica Abareta
Maryanne Abog
Trisha Agan
Reymart Alo
Mark Patrick Atabay
Mark Lee Babaran
Reinald Jay Belen
Michelle Binwag
Decaterina Candelaria
Ramil Chua
Jenny Rose Clemente
Precious Joy Dada
Juvylyn dela Cruz*
Kimberly Dela Cruz
Shiena Joy Demesa
Jake Destacamento
Johanna Marie Drece
Ethenel Escasura*
Raymond Estrella
Carol Justine Estudillo
Lance Calvin Gamboa
Kyle Justin Geroche
Princess Rhonalla Godoy
Joana Marie Iglesia*
Ramel Jaylo
Nadine Kwan Laurel
Ednalyn Lebrino
Cecille June Malones
Caissa Mae Manamtam
Concepcion Martin
Clarisse Muyco
Kimberly Shayne Ocbina
Jesson Ordaneza
Joshua Caleb Pacleta
Jonalyn Pattalitan
John Cedric Pineda
Lou Samantha Platon
Jufeel Pulvosa
Rose Marie Jane Rementina
Jodie Sanvictores
Richmond Seladores
Gabriel Maria Tibayan
Raginne Yanez
Rebekah Issa Yang
Princess Marie Zamudio
Our 2017 Alumni
Our 2017 Cohort hailed from 25 universities in the Philippines (71% from NCR, 7% outside NCR, 2% Visayas, 2% Mindanao).
- Gerald Abueva
- Angelo Acenas
- Ma. Patricia Elisse Aguinaldo
- Terence Abraham Alombro
- Liane Ira Amat
- Faith Ardillos
- Marco Arosa
- Roliel Babiera
- Rosellnica Balasoto
- Niki Graziella Baroy
- Mary Dennilene Briones
- Donna Rose Calugay
- Zenas Chapap
- Jose Chua Jr.
- Ellionore Costelo
- Ray Christian Cristobal
- Curt Marvin Cruz
- Ashley Nica Diaz
- Juniel Arvin Doloque
- Mark Joseph Euste
Carlos Joseph Feria
- Arzlelei Joyce Marie Fiel
- Catherine Garcia
- Katherine Joyce Garcia
Micah Riezl Gonzales
- Baby Suzette Guevarra
- Amelia de Guia
- Charissa Grace Jao
- Colleen Marhey Lacuesta
- Peachy Marie Magallanes
- Marikka Mampusti
- Jay-R Mira
- Khristine Dee Montenegro
- Gary Musa
- Mikaela Zoe Nery
- Julie Ann Marie Nombrado
- Ramon Ombid
- Indira Mae Orbiso
- Acel Paguio
- Gimar Reyes
Femelyn Rosal
Laureana Riva Saldivar
- Maria Regina Santiago
- Arjane Sotto
- Erica Mae Valencia
Edelweiss Villa de Gracia
- Hamilton Villapando
- Patricia Danielle Villar
- Medel Carlos Zarsuelo Jr.
Our 2016 Alumni
Our 2016 Cohort hailed from 26 universities in the Philippines (55% NCR, 22% outside NCR, 2% Visayas, 18% Mindanao). Of the 44 Teacher Fellows, 3 are assigned to teach in Quezon City, 9 in Marikina City, 8 in Pasig City, 10 in Navotas City, 4 in Malolos, Bulacan, and 10 in Biñan, Laguna.
- Domyson Abuan
- Jeanny Burce
- Camille Catimpo
- Ivy Cortado
- Geraldin Elican
- Anne Labayoga
Hannah Grace Lumahan
- Danise Macaraya
- Gabriel Mallari
- Jeffrey Millena
- Carlos Ortiz
- Jeanne Pineda
- Elaine Quidato
- Christelle Rojano
- Charise Rubio
- Alen Santiago
- Jessica Catrina Sta. Isabel
- Avegail Tolentino
- Bless Valdez
- Angela Villareal
- Alberto Yohanon
Our 2015 Alumni
Our 2015 Cohort hailed from 20 universities in the Philippines (65% Luzon, 5% Visayas, 24% Mindanao). Of the 34 Teacher Fellows who completed the Fellowship, 24 were assigned to teach in Quezon City, 3 in Navotas City, 2 in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, 2 in Cagayan de Oro, and 3 in Siargao, Surigao del Norte.
- Arnikan Abueva
- Shelly Mae Almirante
- Brigette Antonio
- Edcel Artificio
- Cherry Ann Banario
- Hu Liang Borlagdan
- Lawrence Carandang
- Lizette Anne Carpio
- Catherin Cimatu
- Daphne Dabay
- Michelle de Guzman
Irish Joy Deocampo
- Ron Alinoel Diu
- Joyce Angeli Donaire
- Jade Jovanne Eduria
- Raya Andrea Esteban
- Sunshine Evangelista
- Reynalyne Fungo
- Katherine Gajasan
- Ken Dainiel Gillesania
- Lycyle Anne Granada
- Romulo Kintanar
- May Ann Liwanag
- Bryan Oniel Mangahas
- Ian Montañez
- Kristine Joy Nuyda
- Erwin Obias
- Andrea Pineda
- Maria Rosaide Ramos
- Abdul Haiy Sali
- Jeneveb Saltat
- Ana Dominique Santos
- Miko Velasco
- Kathleen Zambas
Our 2014 Alumni
Our 2014 Cohort hailed from 22 universities in the Philippines (72% NCR, 15% Outside NCR, 10% Mindanao). Of the 40 Teacher Fellows who completed the Fellowship, 2 were assigned to teach in Quezon City, 10 in Mandaluyong City, 16 in Marikina City, and 5 in Navotas City, and 7 in Biñan, Laguna.
- Vita Jean Acosta
- Arra Erika Aguilar
- Kamille Ampong
- Regyn Avena
- Melissa Anne Balmaceda
- Nikka Ylyssa Basconcillo
- Bernie Bongat
- Alvie Cabañez
- Jerson Capuyan
- Catherine Castanares
- Shylynne Castillo
- Christabel Corpus
- Mark Kevin De Guia
- Mara De Guzman
- Ma. Guia Del Valle
- Danna Mae Dela Cruz
- Sheila Erness Ele
- Ann Clarice Fajardo
- Mariebel Ferranculo
- Nico Fos
- Janel Gatdula
- Kathryn Anne Hilario
- Marc Lalas
- Isiah Lazan
- Katherine Anne Lim
- Johnet Grace Lopez
- Dave Victor Mariano
- Ched Allen Martinez
- Emerald Ocado
- Trisha Marie Palaganas
- Charmaine Pineda
- Dionisio III Pobar
- Jerlyn Rabaca
- Lacey Ramos
- Andrea Requejo
- Patricia Rivera
- Angela Marie Rosal
- Renard Torrecampo
- Jaime Gabriel Villanueva
- Karleen Zambas
Our 2013 Alumni
Our inaugural 2013 cohort hailed from 19 different universities (84% NCR, 4% outside NCR, 2% Visayas, 2% Mindanao, 8% from the US). All 49 of them were assigned to teach in 10 public schools across Quezon City.
- Anna Gabrielle Alejo
- Mary Alimasa
- Myrtle Mae Almando
- Daniel Philip Ang
- Anvico Juner Avañez
- Jerome Bactol
- Jhon Hayden Bale
- Shannen Agustine Barcelon
Ryan Anthony Bestre
- Katherine Bonsato
- Neil Joseph Capumpue
- Ma. Theresa Carlos
- Emalinda Victoria Castañeda
- Christophe Guillermo Henares Chuidian
- Adam Crayne
- Gian Karlo Dapul
- Rexan Dayao
Lesley Elaine De Leon
- Julio Denosta
- Janine Alyson Duenas
- Adelaide Elpidama
Loreen Eslao
- Carmina Regine Fernandez
- John Carlo Fernando
- Christine Michelle Fua
- Mikee Garcia
- Maci Norenz Illicito
- Anne Brigitte Lim
- Dominique Manahan
Joana Flora Marcial
- Kit DG Pabiona
Noelle Cherie Pabiton
- Regina Grace Pasion
- Mary Kristian Rivera
- Katrina Marie Roco
- Ma. Sofia Santiago
- Emiljohn Sentillas
- Beatrice Tan
- Marina Criselda Tanjutco
- Ada Marie Tayao
- Hebe Valerio
Ma. Veronica Vergara
Ma. Jessamine Verzosa
- Delfin Villafuerte
Leah Villanueva
- Markley Gil Villarin
- Ivy Yasis
- Angel Marie Ysik
- Jose Miguel Zaballero
Placement Areas
We go where we are needed. Teach for the Philippines is honored to be working with the following placement partners for its core leadership programs: the Fellowship Program, the Public School Teacher Pathways Program and the Ambassadors Program. It is because of the progressive leadership in these placement areas that our Teacher Fellows, Teacher Leaders, and Alumni Ambassadors continue to thrive in our shared work Para Sa Bata at Para Sa Bayan.
Fellowship & Public School Teacher Pathways Program Placements
- Region I - Ilocos Region: Batac, Ilocos Norte (2 schools)
- Region II - Cagayan Valley: Cauayan, Isabela (2 schools)
- Region III - Central Luzon: Camiling, Tarlac (1 school)
- Region IVA- MIMAROPA: Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro (1 school)
Fellowship & Public School Teacher Pathways Program Placements
- Makati City (8 schools)
- Quezon City (2 schools)
Ambassador Program Placements
- DepEd Central Office
- Office of Representative Kiko Benitez
- Office of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian
- Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM2)
Fellowship & Public School Teacher Pathways Program Placements
- Region VII - Western Visayas: Himamaylan, Negros Occidental (4 schools); Victorias, Negros Occidental (3 schools)
- Region VIII - Eastern Visayas: Calubian, Leyte (1 school); Tacloban, Leyte (3 schools); Villaba, Leyte (1 school)
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Our Institutional Champions
(For SY 2023-2024)
Teach for the Philippines maintains a diverse portfolio of funders. The program is supported by private and public sectors, multi-lateral agencies, local government units, and members of the national government.
We remain grateful to these private individuals, organizations, and corporations who believe in Teach for the Philippines and make our work possible by sharing their expertise, time, and generous support.
Our Ambassador Placements
Our Organizational & Training Partners
Our Allies
To make access to quality education a reality for all Filipino children, Teach for the Philippines works closely with ally organizations whom we deeply believe in, support, and share a purpose that is #parasabata at #parasabayan.
Last updated November 2023
Careers in Teach for the Philippines
Teach for the Philippines also looks for driven and committed professionals to join our growing team at headquarters.
Staff
Below are current non-teaching opportunities available at Teach for the Philippines. We only accept applications through the online Staff Application Form, which can be accessed here.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
As direct managers of Teach for the Philippines’ Teacher Fellows, they regularly coach and monitor competency development, performance, and leadership growth through check-ins, observation-debrief cycles, and school group meetings. As professional managers, LDMs are responsible for cultivating a strong and effective professional relationship with Teacher Fellows, providing individualized support both in technical and soft skills, and building mindsets to ensure that Teacher Fellows are successful inside and outside of the classroom. As the first point of contact between Teacher Fellows and the organization, LDMs help Teacher Fellows who are deployed across the country with integration into their school communities, and in reinforcing the culture of the organization. LDMs are passionate team players and skilled intercultural communicators. An enjoyment of field work is a must– travel throughout the Philippines is required. Full job description here.
DIGITAL MEDIA ASSOCIATE
The Digital Media Associate plays a pivotal role in implementing digital media strategies to enhance the organization’s online presence, engage its audiences, and amplify its impact. This role will work closely with other internal teams to ensure alignment with overall communications and marketing objectives, with a strong focus on content creation and storytelling. As such, the individual required for this position should have a strong understanding of digital media platforms, content creation, analytics, and collaboration. Full job description here.
OTHER
We’re always interested to meet individuals interested in nation building through education. Tell us about yourself by submitting an application and selecting “other” under position—we can explore opportunities together.
NOTE
We do not take email applications or hand-written letters. All applications must be done through our website using the Staff Application Form. For specific inquiries about staff positions, not already covered in the job description, please send at email at humanassets@teachforthephilippines.org with your question in the subject line.
To the best of our abilities, we try to complete the admissions process for staff within 42 days.
In Teach for the Philippines, we encounter a lot of experienced professionals and graduate students who are passionate about what we do and possess a diverse skill set that can tremendously benefit the organization, but can only commit part-time. At the moment, we do not have any opportunities available for part-time staff.
To stay informed of future opportunities and openings, please revisit this page.
Civic Engagement Program
Our internship program will give you the experience and exposure in the fields of social and startup entrepreneurship, education research, and non-profit organization management. Expect to work in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment and do your part in improving the Philippine system of education. What we need is someone who can become a bridge from the school to the organization or from network to network. It is important for us to note from the very beginning that the organization offers this opportunity on a purely voluntary basis; we also do not cover for housing or airfare. The minimum length of stay for a Teach for the Philippines intern is 1 month.
Eligibility
While our Civic Engagement Program is designed primarily for undergraduates, we also accommodate individuals with various work and academic credentials. Secondary school students, as well as experienced professionals and graduate school students are welcome to apply to our civic engagement program. Teach for the Philippines believes that qualified, motivated, and committed individuals of different collegiate or professional backgrounds should have the chance to further our movement.
Your course of study does not preclude you from this program. As with our Fellowship, we will gladly accept students from various fields, so long as the applicants are deemed qualified and can work with us for 1 month or longer.
Logistics
- For our Civic Engagement Program, exact start and end dates are fixed on an individual basis, so we can help tailor a program that suits your schedule and our schedule best. You will be reporting to work at our office in Makati.
- Standard hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, though we’re more about the work you do than the time you spend in the office.
- Having your own laptop is a must.
- Aspiring candidates who do not hold residence in Metro Manila are required to satisfy their own housing and travel requirements for the duration of the internship.
- Due to limitations in resources, we will only be able to accommodate a maximum of 5 to 6 interns at any time. What’s more, summer periods (both US and Philippine summers) are especially in-demand. We handle applications on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend that you get started early!
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The Civic Engagement Program Application process is as follows:
- Online Application – We do not take email applications or hand-written letters. All applications must be done through our website, through the link below. You will get to specify your track preference in your application.
- First Form Review and Phone Interview – Your application will be reviewed thoroughly. Should you move forward in the application process, you can expect a phone interview from a member of the team.
- Presentation to Function Lead – Your application and the information collected over the phone will be presented to the function lead of your preference.
- Response from the organization.
READY TO APPLY?
Click on the tabs to check your eligibility for the Civic Engagement Program.
Questions? Shoot us an email at
internships@teachforthephilippines.org
Within our Civic Engagement Program, our graduate and undergraduate tracks are designed to have you focus on 1 of 4 primary tracks:
- TFP Campus Leaders
- Marketing and Events
- Training and Development
- Business Development
Each track forms the basis of the core projects you will be working on during your stay (minimum of 1-month stay), though expect to also handle projects in other functional areas. Whichever track you choose, interns report directly to one of the organization’s function leads and are treated, given deadlines, and expected to compose themselves like a young professional. In return for their hard work and commitment, interns can expect to play an involved, relevant, and respected role on the team.
Note: Teach for the Philippines can take a maximum of 5 interns in 1 month and we accept interns from the Philippines and abroad. At this time, the organization is unable to subsidize airfare or housing.
1. Teach for the Philippines Campus Leaders
TFP Campus Leaders represent the Recruitment Team in school events like job fairs, career fairs, or with recruitment’s supervision, may come up with their own events which include but are not limited to info sessions, leadership workshops, and university-exclusive open house events, among others. As a TFP Campus Leader, you will help by:
- Identifying eligible college seniors per campus
- Engaging potential Fellow Candidates
- Expanding our on-ground network of education advocates
- Being the go-to person in your campus for events/partnerships relating to education and leadership development, in 2 years’ time
Minimum qualifications:
- You are an undergraduate college student in the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree
- You are a member of at least one campus organization or has significant affiliations
- You are looking for opportunity to build campus presence and develop your leadership capabilities
Benefits:
- Free professional development training sessions (eg, training on public speaking, community engagement, relationship building)
- Public school classroom immersions
- Representation allowance
2. Marketing and Events Track
We’re proud of what we do here at Teach for the Philippines, and our story’s one we’d love you to help us tell, but we believe in doing it in a smart and systematic manner. As a Marketing and Communications intern, you’ll be working on the following:
- Executing and giving input on our core marketing and communications strategy
- Inputting on the core strategy and making it relevant to today’s youth
- Planning, executing, and attending the plentiful and varied events of Teach for the Philippines, thereby sharpening your skills for organization and people management, and expanding your network
- Innovating an integrated marketing communications campaign which you may get the chance to see go live
Minimum qualifications:
- You possess or are in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree
- You have a current GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent
Preferred qualifications:
- You have a passion for community development and/or education
- You possess a strong sense of civic responsibility and innovative entrepreneurial drive
- You are driven by a need to tell great stories
- You have an appreciation for understanding audiences and user experiences
3. Training and Development Track
At Teach for the Philippines, we are committed to designing a Transformational Leadership Continuum that is well-informed and grounded by data we gather from our work. As a Training and Development intern, you help do that through the following:
- Gathering data to create and update student and teacher profiles
- Testing whether predetermined standards for achievement based on the Transformational Teaching model are supported by the experiences of our Teacher Fellows on the ground
- Researching education policies and teaching strategies that work within and outside the Teach For All network to use as testable models locally
- Building our electronic resource library and organizing it to maximize utility for support staff and Fellows
Minimum qualifications:
- You possess or are in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree
- You have a current GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent
Preferred qualifications:
- You have a demonstrated passion for community development and/or education
- You possess a strong sense of civic responsibility and innovative entrepreneurial drive
- You have prior research experience in the field
- You are thorough and meticulous in data gathering and synthesis
4. Business Development
Business development is the creation of long-term value for an organization as it relates to stakeholders, markets, and key relationships. Curious to learn more? Check this out! Better yet, join our team!
- Explore alternative funding models
- Create a methodology to screen promising future business plans
- Create a marketing landscape analysis to understand donor behavior in the Philippines and abroad
- Understand laws and impacts on the education landscape
Minimum qualifications:
- You possess or are in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or a related field
- You have a current GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent
- You have a passion for community development and/or education
- Creative, out-of-the-box thinking, entrepreneurial
- You are driven by a need to tell great stories
- You have an appreciation for understanding audiences and user experience
READY TO APPLY?
Questions? Shoot us an email at
internships@teachforthephilippines.org.
Our high school student requirements fall within the same parameters as those that apply to undergraduate students, with a few differences:
- As a general rule, you will be working with us for a minimum of 1 month
- As per definition, you don’t need to be in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree, though you do have to maintain an equivalent GPA—for 100-based grading systems, you should maintain an average of 90
READY TO APPLY?
Questions? Shoot us an email at
internships@teachforthephilippines.org.
Fellowship Program
Looking for other ways to help build the nation through education while developing your leadership potential?
Read more about the Fellowship Program here.
Contact Us
Teach for the Philippines, Inc.
Paseo de Roxas corner Benavidez Street
Makati City, 1229 Philippines
(632) 8808.8837
For inquiries about the Fellowship program, please email
recruitment@teachforthephilippines.org.
For other inquiries, please email
generalinquiry@teachforthephilippines.org.