You meet like-minded people on the programme, & you're all there for the same reason - you want to make a difference.Caroline Cane (’04) Chemistry
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Kafilat Agboola
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Kafilat Agboola (’06) Ambassador
Studied Human Science, UCL
Taught Science
Now Science faculty leader
I knew that I wanted to teach, but I also wanted to get as broad a range of experience as possible. Teach First was perfect for that.
My biggest achievement was improving GCSE results for science in my school by 25%. That, and seeing many more students loving science, being enthused by it and understanding its relevance to their everyday lives.
The Summer Institute was intense, but I made so many good friends and the exposure I gained to many different speakers was really inspirational.
I would advise people to enjoy it! Even though you’re going to be really, really tired, especially in those first few terms, try and participate in as many of the network events as possible.
Recruitment & Selection
Are you the kind of person who could make an impact in one of Teach First’s partner schools? You’ll need bright ideas, gritty determination, awesome communication skills and the confidence to stand up in front of 30 pupils, engage their attention, deflect their jibes and lead them on a journey. It’s a big ask.
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At the heart of Teach First is a unique two-year Leadership Development Programme. Challenging, stimulating and practical, it has been designed to develop your leadership skills, giving you the ability to adapt to new or changing situation and inspire enthusiasm and ambition in the classroom.
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As a Teach First Ambassador you will be part of a network like no other – a group of influential leaders in education, policy, business and the third sector, united by shared experience, benefiting from its ongoing support and contributing to its mission.
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