FAQ

What is Man Up Teacher Fellowship?

Man Up Teacher Fellowship is a non-profit organization with the mission to provide students in high poverty, urban and rural communities, particularly male students of color, access to high quality male teachers and advancing policies that promote equity in PreK–12 schools.

What does ``Man Up`` mean?

Man Up’s is a phrase that has several meanings. Most often the term is used to suggest that one should rise to the occasion to complete a task, to take care of one’s responsibilities, or to be brave or tough enough to deal with an unpleasant situation’s (McMillian, 2013).

What is our vision?

The vision of Man Up Teacher Fellowship is to Transform the World through the Classroom.

What are the costs involved?

There is no cost to fellows for approved tuition, certification, Praxis preparation, coaching, mentorship, and professional development included in their fellowship pathway. Specific benefits vary by lane and partner program.

What is expected of me?

Man Up is a five-year fellowship. Fellows commit to continued professional growth and service in education while completing the requirements of their pathway.

What is the profile of a Man Up Teacher Fellow?

In addition to other acceptance requirements such as GPA, Man Up Teacher Fellowship recruits and accepts men of color who embody the following attributes:

A visual profile of the Man Up teacher highlighting key traits.

What is the National Teachers League?

The National Teachers League was born from the success of Man Up Teacher Fellowship. Man Up remains focused on recruiting, preparing, and retaining male teachers of color. NTL extends the model to people of all backgrounds and to additional careers that serve children, schools, and communities, including teaching, school leadership, counseling, social work, nursing, therapy, cybersecurity, and other high-need fields.

How are Man Up and NTL different?

Man Up focuses on male teachers of color, while NTL extends the model to people of all backgrounds and additional youth-serving careers.

When can a fellow pursue school leadership?

Eligible fellows may pursue leadership certification and development after at least three years of successful classroom teaching.