Teach For Austria

Teach For Austria is an independent, non-partisan non-profit organization dedicated to promoting educational justice in Austria. Its mission is to ensure that every child, regardless of their socioeconomic background, has the opportunity for a good education and thus a good life. This is achieved through the recruitment, training, and support of highly qualified university graduates and career changers, known as "Fellows"[1][3][5].

Teach For Austria finds, trains, and supports top-graduated Fellows who work as full-time teachers in schools and kindergartens for at least two years, particularly in disadvantaged regions. These Fellows teach a variety of subjects, including core subjects such as German, English, and Mathematics, as well as additional subjects like Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, and Art. The assignment of subjects is based on the academic and professional background, language skills, and personal preferences of the Fellows[1].

The Fellows undergo comprehensive training consisting of an online campus, an in-person phase, and a practical and reflection phase. During their two-year tenure, they receive regular workshops, seminars, coaching, and mentoring to develop their pedagogical and leadership skills. This training is valuable and free for the Fellows, as it is funded by foundations, companies, associations, and public institutions[1][4].

Teach For Austria pursues long-term goals to improve educational justice in Austria. Its Vision 2050 envisions that every child, regardless of their parents' education and income, has the opportunity for a good life. Through the work of the Fellows and alumni, a movement is created that advocates for equal opportunities in the education system and seeks systemic change[1][3][5].

The organization is part of the international network Teach For All, which is active in over 60 countries and works together to ensure that all children and young people can reach their potential. Teach For Austria also collaborates with various partners, such as the Swarovski Foundation, to support specific initiatives like promoting environmental education and literacy[1][5].

Teach For Austria offers its Fellows and alumni a strong network that includes exclusive access to events, workshops, and an internal community platform. This network allows participants to develop in various areas and make valuable contributions. Additionally, there is the opportunity to participate in international trips and workshops and connect with relevant individuals from the global Teach For All network[1][4].

• 1 - https://www.teachforaustria.at/faqs
• 2 - https://www.ksv.at/presse/teach-austria-zukunft-beginnt
• 3 - https://esnuniwien.com/partners/teach-austria
• 4 - https://www.teachforaustria.at/ausbildung
• 5 - https://www.swarovskifoundation.org/partners/teach-for-austria