Report
Fifteen years ago, City Teaching Alliance was launched with the belief that preparing highly skilled teachers would improve the well-being of youth. Now, with your support, we have positively impacted the lives of more than 400,000 students. I could not be more grateful to the many partners who have contributed to our mission and helped to shape the future of education!
AGE FROM ARD CHAIR
To Our Partners:
We are thrilled to share the City Teaching Alliance 2024 Annual Report. This year has been one of remarkable growth and impact, and we are eager to reflect on our accomplishments and share our vision for the future.
In July 2024, City Teaching Alliance welcomed Dr. Rahesha Amon as our new CEO to guide our work in ensuring every student in the United States is taught by committed, well-prepare educators. Dr. Amon is a career educator with over 25 years in New York City Public Schools. She has held roles at the school, district, central office, and state leadership levels, and her deep experience, her leadership, and her advocacy for students have prepared her to lead City Teaching Alliance into a new phase of growth.
We also launched our new name and brand, entering a new era as an organization. This bold learning-driven pivot, among many others, led us to our most successful cohort numbers since 2021, as we welcomed more than 200 new teachers across the Baltimore, DC, Dallas, and Philadelphia regions.
With children at the center of our work, we must continue to evolve and respond to the needs of teachers and our communities. We look forward to your ongoing partnership and collaboration. It matters, and we couldn’t do it without you.
In
Partnership,
SEKOU BIDDLE Board Chair
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To Our City Teaching Alliance Community:
We are celebrating a significant milestone at City Teaching Alliance: 15 years as a nonprofit! Since receiving a start-up grant from the NewSchools Venture Fund in 2009, we have welcomed over 2,500 aspiring educators and expanded into nearly 500 schools, impacting the lives of over 400,000 students. These accomplishments were made possible through the dedication of our board members, partners, colleagues at American University, and, most importantly, our remarkable faculty, staff, and supporters.
As we celebrate this journey, we remain focused on the road ahead. There is still much work to be done to ensure a brighter future for children and our communities.
This year, we are centering our efforts on the following strategic priorities:
Define, Measure, and Improve Impact: establishing clear metrics to measure our progress and improve outcomes for the students and educators we serve. Develop a Sustainable Business: ensuring our financial health and operational efficiency to sustain and grow our impact.
Empower and Develop People: investing in the development of our staff, educators, and the next generation of leaders in education.
Thank you for your commitment to this work, for the network and legacy you have helped build, and for your continued partnership as we co-create the future of City Teaching Alliance.
I am excited about the work ahead, and I look forward to continuing our journey together to impact the lives of children for many more years to come.
DR. RAHESHA AMON Chief Executive Officer
CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS
400,000+
Students taught by our educators since 2009
2,500+
City Teaching Alliance residents trained since 2009
Schools served in Baltimore, Dallas, DC & Philadelphia since 2009 500
Of our landmark Black Educators Initiative (BEI) program 5 YEARS
Students taught by City Teaching Alliance teachers with three or more years of experience scored significantly higher in math than those taught by other teachers, according to a recent impact study by the American Institutes for Research.
City Teaching Alliance alumni currently live in 26 states and 4 countries.
91%
91% of first-year teachers are rated as prepared by principals.
RDSHIP TO SUSTAIN
Educational transformation demands a movement. City Teaching Alliance brings together educators and communities who believe that students deserve to be taught by committed and well-prepared educators and reach their full potential. Thank you to our generous donors and supporters for being a part of this vision. Each dollar invested in our work addresses immediate needs while fueling a larger change in education. We’re not just solving today’s challenges. We’re shaping the future.
NDARD-BEARERS OF EXCELLENCE
In 2024, we demonstrated our commitment to excellent teacher preparation. We remained focused on evolving to holistically support teachers and meet the needs of students in our communities. To read more about our educators’ stories, please visit: TeachersInTheirPower.com
A lot of students tell me, ‘I never understood math before. This is my first year ever understanding it.’ I like being able to see the light bulbs click. Teaching is something that
definitely gives me a different type of joy. All I want to do is teach kids and make an impact.
ALEXANDRA MONDELUS-DUFFY
Cohort 2022
Teacher at Olney Elementary School
Philadelphia, PA
I wanted to give back, and education was the best way to do that in terms of making a sustainable difference over a long period of time. It felt like I could give back while also having sustainable income. I’m able to live comfortably and create positive change. Education is the best of both worlds.
Cohort 2017
Teacher at Uplift Elevate High School
Fort Worth, TX
SAL DIBARTOLO
BALTIMORE: OUR FOUNDING CITY
Our Baltimore region has expanded to more than 315 educators and alumni working in nearly 90 schools, impacting over 120,000 students since our founding in 2009.
WASHINGTON, DC: OUR LARGEST REGION
Our Washington, DC site continues to be our largest location with more than 480 educators and alumni working in over 120 schools. We’ve served nearly 180,000 students in our nation’s capital.
DALLAS: THE ALLIANCE IN THE SOUTH
Our Dallas region launched in 2016. With more than 230 educators and alumni working in more than 85 schools, we have reached over 75,000 students.
PHILADELPHIA: OUR NEWEST COMMUNITY
Our newest region, City Teaching Alliance Philadelphia, has served more than 2,800 students and is currently partnered with 20 schools.
Y TEACHING ALLIANCE WAY
WHAT DRIVES OUR WORK
Sustainability: We pursue funding sources and partnerships that align with our values, ensuring they are ethical and support the long-term viability of our work and scale. Scale: We find and attract the right talent - those who are not only skilled but also deeply committed to our mission. We seek out individuals who are passionate about building a career in education.
Support: We invest in our Alliance's professional growth and well-being - faculty, staff, teachers, and others in our network - ensuring they have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive, succeed, and stay engaged in their work.
HOW WE ACHIEVE OUR MISSION
COMMUNITY
We build and nurture strong communities, emphasize strong mentormentee relationships, and understand that our collective strength lies in the connections we create and sustain. Our community-centric approach ensures that our work is grounded in the real needs and voices of those we serve
COURSEWORK
Our coursework is designed to be rigorous, relevant, and responsive We prepare educators and leaders who are equipped to make a meaningful impact
CLINICAL PLACEMENT
We provide our trainees with immersive opportunities to apply their knowledge ensuring they are well-prepared to meet the challenges of today’s educational landscape
CERTIFICATION
Our certification process ensures that every graduate meets the highest standards and is ready to lead with integrity and competence.
COACHING
We provide ongoing and personalized support to educators and leaders through tailored advice and resources, fostering professional and personal growth.
RIORITIES
Our 2024 priorities drive our daily work. They are aligned with the priorities outlined in our recently released strategic plan and guide us towards our goals.
DEFINE, MEASURE, AND IMPROVE IMPACT
Our success metrics reflect our stakeholders' needs and achievements, ensuring that every action uplifts our mission
CULTIVATE INCLUSIVE CULTURE
We actively cultivate an environment where where all of our students, educators, and staff are celebrated.
DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
We are committed to developing a business model that is both equitable and sustainable.
EMPOWER AND DEVELOP PEOPLE
Through intentional development programs and opportunities, we strive to unlock the full potential of individuals within our organization..
