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Teach for America

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Well respected organization -- great experience with a few downsides - I Held A Very Senior Level Position Teach for America Employee Review

3.0
14 Oct 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Very well respected organization. Great to have on your resume. This is one nonprofit that completely gets the importance of establishing connections with corporations -- for funding, support, and connections. Lots of opportunities to get involved with innovative projects, infrastructure build outs, etc.

Cons

If you're not a corp member, you won't be perceived as an equal. Ever. Organization grew too quickly and the infrastructure couldn't keep up. Very young folks with very little experience with fancy titles -- VP, MD, SVP. Just because one goes to the "best of the best" school does not mean that one is equipped to walk into a role that would normally require 10+ years of experience. Be prepared for the very long work weeks. If you have a family, are over 35, or value a life/work balance, this may not be for you.

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5.0
10 Jun 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
13 Aug 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Great culture and atmosphere to all employees.

Cons

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