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Meet Hassan Dajana and his 4th gradersA few kilometres off the GT road, on the outskirts of Islamabad, there is a government boys' primary school that may seem like an unlikely starting point for a remarkable journey. This school, oftenoverlooked by many, was where Hassan’s dreams began to take shape.Hassan, an engineering graduate, found himself at a crossroads in 2020. He faced a decision that would change the course of his life. Should he pursue a traditional engineering career, or should he embrace a path less traveled, one that involved dedicating two years of his life to teaching a group of 4th graders as part of the Teach For Pakistan Fellowship program?Hassan chose the latter, a decision that initially left his parents and peers somewhat puzzled.Standing before his students each day, Hassan observed their struggles in forming basic sentences. At that moment, he grasped two essential truths. One, understanding the system requires firsthandexperience of ground realities. Second, unless we come together as a collective and take ownership of our challenges, we cannot inspire change.The challenges that Hassan’s students face are the challenges of millions of Pakistani children. Teach For Pakistan harnesses the energy of the best young minds in Pakistan - mind like yours - to do just that. 01In a country where 25 million children are out of school, and 95% of those who are in school receive sub-par education, the question arises:How do we come together as one to build an equitable Pakistan, for all our children and all our people?

Ending educational inequity requires fixing lots of pieces of problems across the education system, as well as the social, economic, and political systems that influence education. So, instead of building a school, a teacher training institute, or an advocacy platform, Teach For Pakistan is building a movement of leaders who work from all fields and develop diverse solutions to our education crisis.Building a movement of leadersRECRUIT TRAIN MATCHEMPOWER SUPPORT BUILDRecruit accomplished universitygraduates to a two-year,full-time, paid FellowshipBuild an Alumni-ledmovement to tackleeducational inequitySupport Fellows in grassrootsinitiatives to build school andcommunity capacityEmpower Fellows to leadtheir students to transformativeacademic and personal growthMatch Fellows withstruggling classrooms inlow-income communitiesTrain Fellows in teaching,leadership and communitymobilizationTeach For Pakistan Model:02

Teach For PakistanA national non-profit organization on a mission to buildmovement of diverse and capable leaders committed toending educational inequityKhadija Shahper BakhtiarCEO & Founder,Teach For Pakistan“We look for new graduates and young professionals who imagine a different future for Pakistan and are inspired by the challenge to create it. Our Fellows and Alumni prove every day that change is not only possible but inevitable as everyone is affected by the challenges facing us, and we must join hands for the collective good. I have watched them mobilize schools, communities, and organizations to respond to myriad challenges, from pandemics to economic meltdowns, and my faith has been reaffirmed. From teaching in open fields to starting WhatsApp schools to reimagin-ing the curriculum to rewriting the textbooks, Teach For Pakistan’s people have innovated, adapted, and persevered to continue the journey toward quality education for every child.If you are ready to join their ranks and lead the movement to end educational inequity, apply for the Fellowship today.”03top graduatestrained & recruitedchildrentaught & inspiredschoolsimpactedPlacement sites:Islamabad & Karachi37823k107 02

Teach For AllTeach For Pakistan is a partner in the Teach For All global network of independent national organizationsWendy S. KoppCEO & co-Founder,Teach For All“All over the world, across the Teach For All network,organizations are calling upon the most promising future leaders in their countries to channel their energy into the arena ofworking with their country's most marginalized kids. I have the incredible privilege of seeing first hand the impact these folks are having in the lives of kids growing up today and at the same time seeing the powerful leadership force that these people become working collaboratively with each other and other allies in the communities where they are working. They are advocating for the fundamental changes in the system that will ultimately benefit so many future generations of kids. I hope so much that you will join the movement here inPakistan and join global movement to ensure that all the children have the opportunity to fulfill their potential.” Teach For All | A Global Network developing collective leadership to ensure all children can fulfill their potentialNetwork partners around the globe04networkpartners60+currentteachers14knetworkAlumni94kcurrentstudents1.1m

05The Fellowship:

06A Leadership Journey

Fellowship FactsProfessional BenefitsThe Fellowship is a full-time, paid professional commitment for 2 years At least two Fellows are placed in each schoolEach Fellow has an assigned Coach who works closely with them and provides mentoring and coaching.Fellows will be assigned a combination of grades and subjects as per the schools’ needs. In Islamabad and Karachi, primary and middle school placements will be for English, Math, Science, and Social Studies; Fellows will also teach Urdu in Karachi.In Islamabad, Teach For Pakistan partners with the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), which places Fellows in government schools in keeping with their needs. In Karachi, Fellows will be placed in public schools according to School Education & Literacy Department, Sindh’s needs.Training and coaching in internationally acclaimed models of teaching and leadership Access to Teach For All’s global network of social innovators, leaders and educatorsInternational learning and networking with our corporate and development partners, and with Teach For Pakistan’s AlumniExperience designing and managing a Community Partnership ProjectWork recognition from top local and international graduate schools07

Who do we look for?Teach For Pakistan is looking for recent graduates and young professionals from all backgrounds, who understand how educational inequity affects our collective future, and have the desire and ability to tackle itCompetencies Assessed Eligibility RequirementsProven record of academic successDemonstrated leadership through co-curricular, volunteer and professional activitiesWillingness and ability to build relationships in diverse settingsPerseverance and resilience in challenging environmentsAbility to motivate themselves and othersStrong organizational and communication skillsDemonstrated commitment to social changeWe encourage individuals from all academic and professional backgrounds to applyAt least a Bachelors degree from an accredited university, completed by June 2024 (minimum 16 years of education)Pakistani citizenship or a valid National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Pakistan Origin Card (POC)Fluency in English and Urdu Successful completion of the pre- placement Training Institute in July and August 2024Two-year commitment to the Fellowship with placement in Islamabad or Karachi.Alignment with Teach For Pakistan’s core values08

The Fellowship:Application & Selection ProcessComplete the Registration and Application forms on our website: www.iteachforpakistan.orgShort-listed applicants will be invited to an assessment center comprising a sample teaching lesson, group activities, and problem solving exercises Candidates who meet our rigorous selection criteria will be offered a spot in the 2024-2026 cohortIncoming Fellows attend, and successfully complete a full-time six-week training prior to school placement in mid-August 2024. (July- August 2024)STEP 1 - Online ApplicationSTEP 2 - Assessment CenterApplicants who clear the assessment center will be invited for a final interview with a member of Teach For Pakistan team STEP 3 - Final InterviewSTEP 4 - The OfferSTEP 5 - Summer Training Institute09

Previous Fellowship CohortsUniversity Background of our Fellows & AlumniOur Alumni are hired by pioneering organizationsAlumni access further learning opportunities at leading graduate schoolsMany Alumni have won prestigious scholarships to study abroadincluding the Fulbright and Erasmus Mundus10of Fellows & Alumni come from leading universities in Pakistan like LUMS, NUST, IBA, GIK and Quaid-i-Azam University.54%average selection rate in the past.5%

BE,NUST, IslamabadBBA, IBA KarachiSenior Associate, UNDPFulbright Scholar,MPA, Columbia UniversityResearch Officer, Collective forSocial Science ResearchAfter Fellowship:Before Fellowship:Consultant, Bain & CompanyResearch Analyst, McKinsey & CoMBA, LUMSAqeel Ashraf 2014 - 16 CohortAmna Akhtar2012 - 14 Cohort“For me, the Fellowship was about filling your heart with empathy, and then putting your mind to solve complex real-life problems. I now employ the same set of skills in my professional endeavors.”Bsc. (hons),LUMSAfter Fellowship:Before Fellowship:Maria Mohyuddin2020 - 22 Cohort“The Fellowship helped me see that real change does not come from deciding on behalf of the communities we want it for but by working in partnership with them. Problems are best understood from their lived experiences, and the best solutions also emerge through their support.”Bsc. Psychology,COMSATS University, IslamabadAfter Fellowship:Before Fellowship:Erasmus Mundus Scholar, Resilience in Educational ContextsCurriculum Specialist, TCFLearning & DevelopmentCoach, Zindagi TrustAunil Muntazir2019 - 21 Cohort“This Fellowship marked my first full-time classroom experience with children, and it led to significant shifts in my core beliefs. One of my biggest realisations in this journey has been that regardless of the challenges we face, setting high expectations and taking a step in the right direction will matter more than the outcomes.”“Often in high level policy dialogues, between politics and budgets, the lived realities of our people can be overlooked. But I continue to bring what I learned at Teach For Pakistan to my current role to help ground myself and my team and challenge our thinking on policy reform.”Meet Our AlumniBefore Fellowship:After Fellowship:11Graduate Student, MPP Duke UniversitySenior Development &Parnership’s Associate, Teach For Pakistan

Marcia Rivas Enseña Perú, 2013 CohortDirector of Special Education,Ministry of Education, PeruFatema BasraiTeach For America, 2012 CohortManaging Director, Global Health & Education Innovation, Yale UniversityEnsena Chile, 2009 CohortPablo A. SalinasFounder and Executive Director EDElab, Chile“My experience as a teacher has been the great inspirer of EDElab. My experience in remote parts of Chile taught me that though talent is distributed homogeneously - without distinction of race, social class or geographical location- opportunities are not.” “Transitioning from my background in law to education, I now lead the Special Education in my country, striving to make schools inclusive spaces where every student, regardless of their abilities, finds the support they need to thrive."“The Fellowship experience made me realize that I could have a bigger impact by extending systems of change beyond the confines of the classroom.”Sam WaldoTeach For China, 2010 FellowCo-Founder & Director,Education In Sight“My Teach For China Fellowship ignited my passion for education leadership. Using those lessons, I founded an organization addressing uncorrected vision problems among rural students, impacting over 42,000 lives.”Meet Teach For All Global Alumni12

Asaad AyubPresident and CEO, The Citizens Foundation (TCF)Our Partners“Teach for Pakistan offers a remarkable opportunity for young adults to discover purpose and meaning in their lives. I have a personal connection with TFP through my daughter, whose TFP experience led her to choose a career in Education. Furthermore, myassociation with TFP extends through TCF. Over the years, numerous TFP Alumni have joined TCF, and I am happy to say they have performed very well. TFP has created not just leaders in Education but also helped shape lives."Meet our supporters"The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training is constantly striving to improve the delivery of quality education and Teach For Pakistan contributes to this cause through its inspiring Fellows who teach in public schools in Islamabad's underservedcommunities. Your service to this mission will help every Pakistani child get the education s/he deserves."“Teach For Pakistan is a program that go for the jugular of the educational inequity in Pakistan.This is a two-year Fellowship program, where the brightest graduates from Pakistan commit to working closely with children in low-income and underserved communities. I have met and interacted with many of the Fellows and Alumni of Teach For Pakistan, and I am touched and impressed with their deep understanding of our education challenges; they stay engaged to help reshape Pakistan’s education landscape.”13Waseem AjmalFederal Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional TrainingSaad Amanullah KhanFounder, Alamut Consulting; Former CEO, Gillette, Procter & Gamble Pakistan

Meet our current Fellows“The Fellowship has been a transformative experience for me. Working closely with partners to tackle crucial issues, I've honed my leadership skills and developed a deep sense of duty to my community. Truly life-changing!”“The Fellowship has truly been an incredible journey, one that has challenged my privilege and broadened my horizons in ways I couldn't have imagined. It's a path of self-discovery and inspiration as I work towards a future where every child can unlock their limitless potential."Nayyer Abbas, 2022 FellowBBA, Quaid-i-Azam UniversityMinahil Tariq, 2023 FellowBSc hons., LUMS14Two cohorts of Teach For Pakistan Fellows are currently serving in four rural sectors of Islamabad. Fellows hail from over 50 hometowns to learn alongside their students and achieve their full leadership potential. They bring with them diverse life experiences and knowledge from the country’s leading universities. 2022 Cohort 2023 Cohort

15Impact on Schools & Communities*Internal assessments conducted by Teach For Pakistan, 2021 CohortThe average student in a TFP classroom experiencesin two years88%of Principals say parent involvement in academic aairs is up since Fellows’ placement *Survey with partner school principals, May 2023"TFP teachers not only teach the textbook lessons but also instill values that will guide my child to become a compassionate individual." Nousheen Bibi, mother of a grade 7 student from Bhara Kahu“My teachers have taught me that there is nothing you cannot do, and it helps me stay focused towards all the big goals I have set for myself and my community.” Malaika, grade 8 student from Tarnol“Teach For Pakistan Fellows’ impact on students, teachers, and the commu-nity is unprecedented. The amount of dedicated effort that Fellows put into their students has never been seen before.”Ms. Musarat Majeed, Principal, IMCG Rajwal“Teach For Pakistan Fellows are not only well-trained and qualified but are also committed and dedicated to their work. Their work for both schools and students has been remarkable.”Dr Ehsan Mahmood, Area Education Officer, Tarnol

16Impact on Schools & CommunitiesImpact on the SystemInclusive LearningFatima Jamil Khan, an IBA graduate, currently holds the position of Senior Manager of Programs at NOWPDP, a prominent disability inclusion initiative in Pakistan. In her role, she oversees the organization's efforts in promoting inclusive education and identifying children with disabilities.School LeadershipHammad Khalid, an engineer and MBA by training, is the Head of College at The Citizens Foundation. His leadership has enabled the college to become one of the country's top-performing institutions, ensuring high-quality education and fostering excellence among students from underserved communities.Shaping PoliciesMehjabeen Zameer, a Computer Science graduate from LUMS, worked as an Education Advisor at the Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO). She played a pivotal role in overseeing significant education reform programs in both Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Alumni are lifelong champions for every child’sright to participate in quality educationof Alumni are working to uplift marginalizedcommunities & expanding opportunities forchildren in Pakistan

Haleema and her 6th graders: Journey towards academic excellence “In September of 2021, when I first met my 6th graders in Jaba Teli, I had a clear vision: I wanted them to achieve academic excellence equivalent to their peers at their grade level.However, the assessment data revealed that my students were, on average, five years behind their grade level. Troubled by this, I start-ed to investigate further and found that most of my students do not have access to books and resources beyond their textbooks. This gave me a starting point, I started setting monthly goals with my students, meticulously helping them work on their listening,speaking, reading and writing abilities while also building their confidence and enthusiasm for the language. Recognizing the importance of enjoyable learning, I focused on creating engaging learning experiences for them. I carefullyselected short stories, organized a Summer Reading Camp, and screened movies adapted from their books. With community support, I established a library to promote independent learning. These efforts resulted in improved comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills, allowing my students to bridge their learning gap effectively.Two years later, my students have shown remarkable progress, achieving six years of academic growth. They are excelling in their learning outcomes and are on the path to a bright future."“While teaching Science to 7th and 8th graders in a public school in Sihala, Islamabad, I observed behavioral issues among my 100-plus students. Many struggled with emotional regulation, often manifesting their feelings through anger or anxiety. It became evident that we needed to provide them with avenues to express themselves positively.To address this, my co-Fellows and I initiated the CommunityPartnership Project, organizing sixteen art and drawing sessions. These sessions served as a platform for teaching Social Emotional Learning skills through artistic expression. By channeling theiremotional energies creatively, my students found a positive outlet. With active community involvement, we curated an exhibition showcasing the artwork from these sessions. During the exhibition, my students confidently interacted with visitors, explaining how artistic expression had significantly enhanced their socio-emotional well-being.”Tahreem and her students: Building a new, gentle world togetherStudents and Fellows:together on a path to lead change17

Meet Hassan, a few years onHassan's Fellowship experience served as a foundational stepping stone for his future endeavors. It was during this period that he first began to cultivate his vision of making a significant impact on the world, with a particular focus on addressing the pressing issues of education inequity and climate change.Over the course of two years, he empowered his students to become independent learners and encouraged them to dream big. His time spent in the classroom and within the communityprovided him with valuable insights into the system, ultimately shaping him into a leader who would advocate for the millions of students who have been excluded from important discussions.Hassan had the privilege of participating in high-level discussions at prestigious institutions such as the United Nations office in Geneva and the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. These venues allowed him to exchange ideas with fellow changemakers and leaders from across the globe who make important decisions impacting children and communities.Currently, he is a Fulbright Scholar pursuing studies in Community Climate Adaptation atWorcester Polytechnic Institute. Hassan eagerly anticipates returning to Pakistan and continuing his work to inspire change to build an equitable, safe and joy-filled future for all our children.18Are you ready to join the movement?

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