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Trinity School Fellows

The Trinity School Fellows program is a one-year, full-time, paid fellowship for recent college graduates, early-career teachers, and others considering a move into independent school education. Fellows gain meaningful TK–12 experience, receive mentoring from master teachers, and take part in a learning community shaped by Trinity’s mission. Some also serve in areas such as athletics, admissions, advancement, or marketing and communications. Our aim is to help each fellow discern God’s calling and grow toward future work at Trinity or in other Christian and independent schools.

A Year of Discernment 

Each year, the Trinity School Fellows program includes two to four fellows, forming a small cohort that learns and reflects together. Fellows apply in the fall, with selections made by March 1, and begin on August 1, serving through June. Each fellow works with a mentor teacher, assisting in the classroom and gradually taking on more responsibility while also observing teachers across the school. Fellows also take part in orientation, training in the craft of teaching, weekly meetings with the program director, and cohort conversations about Trinity’s mission and the integration of faith and learning. Beyond the classroom, they contribute to the wider life of the school through coaching, extracurricular programs, and other school initiatives. Fellows may apply for full-time roles at Trinity, and the school also supports those who pursue graduate study in education or seek positions elsewhere.

The first Trinity School Fellows cohort will begin in fall 2027

Applications for the 2027–2028 school year will open in October 2026. Join our mailing list to receive notice when the application opens and to learn more about the program in the months ahead.

 

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Mentorship and Teaching Experience

Each fellow is paired with a mentor teacher, assisting in the classroom and gradually taking on teaching responsibilities while receiving guidance and feedback. Fellows also observe other teachers across the school.

Training and Formation

Fellows participate in new faculty orientation, introductory training in the fundamentals of teaching, regular observations and feedback, and weekly meetings with the program director. Fellows also meet as a group to reflect on teaching, the mission of Trinity, and the integration of faith and learning.

School Life Responsibilities

In addition to classroom work, fellows contribute to the broader life of the school through coaching, extracurricular programs, or other school initiatives.

Program Details

The Trinity School Fellows program includes 2–4 fellows each year, creating a small cohort that learns and reflects together throughout the fellowship. Housing and a modest salary are provided.

Future Opportunities

Fellows may apply for full-time teaching positions at Trinity if openings arise. Trinity also provides guidance and support for fellows seeking positions at other independent or Christian schools or pursuing graduate study in education.

Application Timeline

Applications open in the fall, with selections made by March 1. Fellows begin August 1 and serve through the end of the following school year (June). In rare cases, a fellow may be invited to serve for a second year.
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School with a Big Why

Written by our head of school, Dr. Denton, this collection of essays reflects on Trinity’s third decade—giving thanks for God’s faithfulness, while clearly articulating the vision and mission that continue to shape our future. The book explores the four pillars of Trinity’s mission, the real challenges faced along the way, and the creative tensions involved in stewarding a distinctive Christian educational calling. This is a great primer for anyone looking to learn more about Trinity’s mission.  Also available at the link below is Dr. Denton’s first book, A Village Called Trinity, which focuses on the school’s early years, especially the Lower School, telling the story of Trinity’s founding and formative vision.

Purchase Dr. Denton’s Books    Listen to School with a Big Why on Audible

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We invite you to become a part of Trinity School, where your work is not just a job, but a calling. Here, you will have the unique opportunity to guide and inspire the next generation, preparing them academically, morally, and spiritually for the world beyond our campus.

 

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What excites me most about the Trinity Fellows program is its vision to mentor the next generation of teachers. It provides an intentional on-ramp for aspiring educators—helping them explore their vocational calling and equipping them with the experience, guidance, and community to step confidently into the classroom.”

Spencer Dicks
Trinity School Fellows Director

 

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I love laughing and praying with my colleagues, and the rich student relationships are what keep me motivated every day.”

Bryan Hunt
Upper School Teacher

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Bryan Hunt

“I love laughing and praying with my colleagues, and the rich student relationships are what keep me motivated every day. The best things about working at Trinity are teacher autonomy, the Christian mission, the unhurried curriculum, and faculty friendships.”

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I was surprised at how fulfilling it is to teach in a school where my faith is integrated.”

Joan Monnig
Sixth Grade Teacher

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Joan Monnig

“I was surprised at how fulfilling it is to teach in a school where my faith is integrated, a place where each day brings me joy-filled challenges and students whose faces shine with God's love. I was surprised by how working here strengthens my faith. I can no longer ever imagine teaching anywhere else but Trinity.”

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Applications for the 2027–28 school year will open in October 2026. Join our mailing list to receive notice when the application opens and to learn more about the program in the months ahead.

 

 

 

Please tell us a little about your current situation. Are you in college, and if so, where are you studying and when do you expect to graduate? Are you currently teaching, or are you exploring teaching from another field? This is not part of the formal application. It simply helps us understand who may be interested in the next Trinity School Fellows cohort.

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