2026 Fellow

ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

The Fellowship Program is a leadership development program that builds young leaders through real-world work with communities, shaping their path in education while strengthening local systems for lasting change.This 2-year program is a chance to grow as an education advocate, build meaningful connections, and create impact that lasts.

Fellows are deployed to one public school and its local community where they will teach and lead programs and projects for two years. Their skills are matched to the needs of their placement community.

• Year 1: Teaches literacy, numeracy, and life skills through TFPs Tara, Kaya! Program
• Year 2: Works with local leaders to co-design and implement capacity-building programs such as on early childhood development workers, parents (Gabays), and ALS learners
• Teaches DepEd subjects as assigned by School Head/Principal
• Engages with public and private stakeholders in the community
• Participates in personal and professional development opportunities

BENEFITS OF A FELLOW

• A monthly salary of Php 25,000 on the first year, subject to applicable taxes and deductions, and inclusive of a monthly chalk allowance of Php 3,000 and a monthly communication allowance of Php 1,000
• A monthly salary of Php 28,000 on the second year, subject to applicable taxes and deductions, and inclusive of a monthly chalk allowance of Php 3,000 and a monthly communication allowance of Php 1,000

• A one-time uniform allowance of Php 6,000 at the start of the first school year in the program
• Optional relocation assistance up to Php 15,000, which may be repaid on a 6-month, 12-month, or 18-month basis
• Annual medical reimbursement up to Php 5,000 and opt-in/self-pay HMO
• 18 Education units from a partner university paid for by TFP (for non-Education graduates)
• Eligibility to take the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (for non-Education graduates)
• Over 500 hours of training and individualized coaching on self-management, content and pedagogical skills, project and stakeholder management, data analysis and reporting, and leadership development
• Access to well-being training, resources, and psychosocial services through TFPs in-house Human Development Manager and partner psychosocial service provider
• Access to a Leadership Development Manager who monitors and supports your performance and development in the program
• Access to a network of mentors, career coaches, Alumni, and resources to guide you in articulating your post-Fellowship Program goals and developing plans toward these
• Opportunity to develop skills in and learn further about facets of public service such as policy reform and community development as well as synergize with government offices and Alumni network through the Alumni Ambassadors Program
• Continued involvement in the movement for education equity through engagement, collaboration, and support from and with the Alumni network
• Opportunity to work with public school communities, local government and DepEd Division partners from across the Philippines
• Opportunity to work with and learn from a cohort of education advocates from different parts of the Philippines
• Opportunity to work with a hardworking, highly engaged, collaborative, and talented team
• Access to a global network of education advocates

• Filipino Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree
• Competent English and Filipino Skills
• Formal or informal teaching experience
• Strong leadership and project management experience
• Willingness to be deployed in a public school community anywhere in the Philippines for two years
• Motivation to understand the workings of the Philippine education system at the classroom and local community levels

• Alignment with TFP Core Values (We focus on the mission. We work as a team to deliver excellent results. We roll up our sleeves and persevere to get the job done. We act with integrity, respect, and kindness, especially in the face of ambiguity. We listen and learn from everyone and everything. We build and value strong partnerships.)
• Self-Management
• Relationship Building
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Planning & Execution
• Innovation
• Systems Thinking
• Content and Pedagogical Knowledge

1. ANSWER THE ELIGIBILITY CHECK FORM. Verify your eligibility to apply for the Fellowship Program by checking if you meet all the minimum qualifications.
2. COMPLETE THE FULL APPLICATION FORM. Help us get to know you better by sharing your personal, academic, work, and leadership background.
3. ATTEND YOUR INITIAL INTERVIEW. Share insights about your reason for applying and your personal and professional experiences.
4. ACCOMPLISH YOUR TECHNICAL TEST. Help us assess your basic knowledge on key areas such as teaching, learning, and community development.
5. COMPLETE THE TASK-BASED ASSESSMENT. Participate in a specialized session to assess your alignment with TFPs approach in education and leadership.
6. PREPARE FOR YOUR FINAL INTERVIEW. Meet with a member of our Senior Leadership Team and expound further on your motivations and relevant experiences.
7. PARTICIPATE IN THE SUMMER INSTITUTE. Get yourself ready for your two-year journey through this training.

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