The Knowles Teacher Initiative seeks Fellowship candidates who have exceptional content knowledge in the area they intend to teach and who also have the capacity and drive to develop the specialized content knowledge needed to carry out the work of teaching.
Apply for a Fellowship
Applications are currently closed. Submit the application interest form below and we’ll notify you when applications open for the 2026 cohort.
We’re looking for individuals with the potential to develop:
Content Knowledge for Teaching
Exemplary Teaching Practices
The Knowles Teacher Initiative seeks Fellowship candidates who understand that teaching is highly complex, intellectually challenging work and recognize that, regardless of other experiences they may have had, it will take them considerable time and effort to become outstanding teachers.
Qualities of a Teacher Leader
The Knowles Teacher Initiative seeks Fellowship candidates who have the potential to become leaders who serve as agents of educational improvement for their students within their classrooms, schools, communities, and the profession.