Project Sankofa is excited to announce an opportunity for individuals interested in becoming a New Resident Teacher (NRT) within the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program.
This entry-level, hybrid teacher-residency program—located in Los Angeles and surrounding areas—is designed to cultivate future educators and advance educational equity across our communities.
The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) is a transformative initiative led by Project Sankofa that recruits, develops, and supports aspiring Black educators through a structured pathway combining graduate study, classroom experience, mentorship, and leadership development. Participants serve as paraprofessionals or teacher assistants in partner schools while completing credentialing and/or master’s degree requirements through a partnering university or graduate institution.
Please note: By participating in this program, candidates are not employed by Project Sankofa. Instead, employment or placement opportunities are provided through NBEW’s partnering organizations, schools, or districts. These partner sites serve as the official employers of NRTs while Project Sankofa provides the overall program design, coordination, and professional development support. Teacher Residents are responsible for their own graduate tuition and any associated university or program fees; financial assistance or scholarship opportunities may be available through the partnering universities or graduate institutions.
By opting into the NBEW program, you agree to fully participate in and uphold all program goals, expectations, and requirements, including:
We are proud to already be working in Southern California, supporting aspiring educators and connecting with school districts and community organizations that share our mission. As we continue to strengthen partnerships with local universities, graduate programs, and K–12 districts, we are preparing to officiall
NBEW provides a graduate and credentialing pathway that combines academic coursework with immersive classroom experience and leadership development. Through this program, participants gain:
By the end of the program, participants are equipped to lead their own classrooms with the knowledge, skills, and passion to create transformative learning spaces that reflect the brilliance and experiences of the students they serve.
At this time, we are actively building our waitlist for interested applicants in Southern California and will begin engaging with waitlisted participants once formal university and district partnerships are confirmed in Spring 2026.
Joining the waitlist ensures that you’ll be among the first to receive updates, invitations to information sessions, and early access to the application once it opens.
The NBEW program is designed for individuals who are passionate about educational justice, representation, and community impact. Ideal candidates include:
If you’re ready to become a New Resident Teacher (NRT) who will lead classrooms and communities toward a more just and inclusive future, join our waitlist and be among the first to apply when our Spring 2026 SoCal cohort opens.
Submit the interest form online. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and will not be reviewed until Spring 2026.
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