The ABE Master Teacher Fellowship is a stipend-supported, year-long teacher-leadership development experience awarded to up to 12 exceptional ABE teachers each year. Fellows receive leadership-development support and opportunities to deepen their expertise and contribute to the ABE community.
With guidance from the Program Office, Fellows explore a topic of personal interest in bioscience to design and develop a project and corresponding classroom resources. After completing the Fellowship, Fellows may choose to serve as advisors, contributing to the continued development and depth of the ABE program.
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Who Is Eligible?
Experienced ABE teachers who have been teaching ABE for 3 or more years and work at a program site established for at least 3 years may be eligible to apply. Teachers with fewer years of experience teaching ABE may also be eligible if they have additional unique and/or relevant qualifications. The ABE Program Office and the Amgen Foundation will prioritize teachers who are focused on expanding opportunities for students from underresourced communities. Consult with your local program site if you have questions about your eligibility.
What Are the Benefits?
- Community: Fellows join an international network of experienced educators who connect and collaborate virtually and in person.
- Innovation: Fellows blend biotechnology, open educational resources, and instructional design strategies to create modern, scalable supports for ABE learners.
- Leadership: Fellows serve as program ambassadors, providing peer advice and guidance on teaching ABE. They also mentor teachers in engaging students and connecting learning to real-world applications of ABE content and skills.
What Is the Time Commitment?
Fellows dedicate 6–10 hours per month toward Fellowship activities and meetings, for which they receive a stipend, the amount of which is determined at the beginning of the cohort cycle.
What Are the Criteria?
Nominated teachers should demonstrate tangible contributions to student learning and the ABE program, effective leadership skills, strong communication skills (e.g., written, verbal, or digital),* a specific interest in at least one bioscience topic that would deepen and extend ABE, and clear support for their participation from their school, district, and program site.
*Meetings are conducted in English, and limited translation resources are available. Proficiency in English is encouraged.
When and How Can I Apply?
Program sites will share application materials, including details on time commitments and deadlines, with qualified teachers each September.