JET diversifies the teacher workforce
Students need diverse teachers.
JET’s unique model addresses this gap in urban communities where the need is greatest. We recruit diverse paraprofessionals without bachelor’s degrees who already work in the classroom, know their communities, and have the makings of great teachers.
We help these capable and committed educators get their degrees and the training they need to become licensed teachers.
JET is making a difference
You have the drive.
JET helps you get there.
We’re there with you at every step.
No degree required to begin.
Average pay for a MA teacher is 2X the pay of a paraprofessional.
What JET helps you get
A bachelor’s degree
A life-changing boost in pay and professional status
Teacher licensure preparation
The chance to make a bigger impact in your community
JET support is FREE
Financial aid guidance to earn a degree at little cost
College choices close to home or online
One-on-one mentoring by experienced educators
Cohort of colleagues who support each other
Career and professional development learning opportunities
“The main reason I joined JET was financial. But the encouragement and motivation JET provided became important… JET has allowed me to achieve what I wanted: becoming a teacher.”
JET program participant Emmanuel
“The JET program was a key factor in helping me accomplish my bachelor's degree. Not only because of the financial help but [also the] constant support, guidance, and help throughout a process that was so foreign to me.”
— Tatiana Obeso, 2016 JET Cohort, Dance Teacher, Boston Arts Academy, Boston Public Schools
“JET saw the wealth of talent in classroom paraprofessionals and decided to invest in us. JET supported my journey in becoming a licensed teacher in the Boston Public Schools and worked with me every step of the way to ensure that I was staying on track. I grew more confident with the guidance and support of JET and my cohort members. ”
— Kamini Pulchansingh, 2017 JET Cohort, K0-K1 Teacher, King K-8 School, Boston Public Schools
“I love being a member of the JET program. It has given me the confidence to be the best educator that I can possibly be to support the young minds that I work with each and every day.”
— Treena Hogan, 2017 JET Cohort, 3rd Grade Special Education Paraprofessional, Joseph Lee School, Boston Public Schools
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