Seton Teaching Fellow (2026-2027 Academic Year)

Seton Education Partners•New York, NY

3d•$12,500 - $12,500•Onsite

About The Position

Seton Teaching Fellows is a year-long missionary teaching program that brings the Catholic Faith to children in underserved communities in America. The program is designed for current seniors, graduates, and mission-aligned students seeking a gap year. Fellows serve from July of 2026 through June of 2027, with some positions beginning in January 2026. It is a fully funded year of service that provides missionary catechesis and classroom education. Fellows live in intentional communities, participate in faith formation, and receive professional development. The program aims to make excellent, character-rich, and vibrantly Catholic education accessible to underserved children.

Requirements

At least two years of college experience.
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 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.
Core belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence.
Eligibility to work in the U.S. or OPT (for international students).

Nice To Haves

Students and graduates from around the nation.
Students who are eligible for work in the U.S. or OPT.
Students and grads from various work experiences.
Individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students served.

Responsibilities

Teach catechesis classes to students at all network schools.
Serve in network schools across New York, Texas, and Ohio during school hours, Monday-Friday.
Participate in rigorous instructional coaching and professional development sessions.
Participate in and bring intentional community, sacramental faith life, and life-giving formation to the neighborhoods where we serve.
Live and participate in a communal men's or women's household, receive faith formation, and pray with others.

Benefits

Twice-monthly stipends totaling $12,500 for the year.
Free housing, utilities, and relocation expenses.
Options for health insurance.
Loan deferment assistance.
Weekly Spiritual, Professional, and Human Formation.
3 retreats per year.
Career Pathways across the Network.
Participation in vibrant faith formation and a sacramental lifestyle.
Professional development.
Opportunities for funded masters degrees, certification, and licensure.
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.