Teaching Fellow Development Support

Teaching Fellow Support Services
The California Teaching Fellows Foundation (CTFF) is committed to empowering Teaching Fellows to thrive both personally and professionally. By engaging with our support services, you’ll gain practical tools for growth, build confidence, set meaningful goals, and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.

Please select the service area in which you’d like support. Once your form is submitted, a member of the Learning and Development team will connect with you to begin the process.

If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to contact us at pd@ctff.us

General Information
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Position
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Which service are you seeking?
Academic Coaching

Personalized support for Teaching Fellows who want to become a credentialed teacher. Academic Coaching will help you stay on track academically and reach your goals. Whether you're choosing classes, planning your transfer, exploring credential programs, or just need help managing your workload, you'll meet individually with Terence who will guide you through it all. This support is meant to supplement, not replace the guidance you receive from your campus academic counselor.
What college do you attend? If you do not currently attend, what college would you like to enroll at?
What is your declared major?
Have you met with your college academic counselor?
How many units have you completed?
What type of credential do you want to pursue?
Life Coaching

Life Coaching consists of one-on-one session(s) for personal growth, self-improvement and goal setting to navigate challenges with greater clarity. This service is FREE to all Teaching Fellows who have met the probationary requirements of 30 days. *Powered by the Dream Initiative
Please select the region(s) in which you serve:
Please list other region:
How did you hear about the Dream Initiative?
Please list how you heard about the Dream Initiative:
What are some areas you would like to receive guidance on from one of our life coaches? (I.e. time management, professionalism, stress management, goal setting, personal development, etc.)
Do you have a preference for the gender of your coach, if available?
Availability

Please provide us with your daily availability:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday *Coaching sessions are limited on weekends with a specific coach
Sunday *Coaching sessions are limited on weekends with a specific coach
What is your preferred method of communication?
The Dream Initiative

Teaching Fellow Coaching Agreement

Overview
California Teaching Fellows Foundation (CTFF) offers complimentary life coaching to support employees in achieving personal and professional goals. Coaching is a structured yet flexible process that fosters self-discovery, goal setting, and overcoming obstacles.

What Coaching Is and Isn’t
Coaching helps individuals assess challenges, set goals, and take action. Like a sports coach, a life coach provides support, encouragement, and accountability but does not offer therapy, consulting, or counseling. Coaching focuses on the future rather than the past and empowers individuals to create their own solutions.

Coaching Process

You can expect:
- In-person, online, or phone sessions with a set schedule
- A trusted relationship with your coach
- Accountability and goal tracking
- Challenges that push you beyond your comfort zone
- Self-assessments, action steps, and mindset shifts
Challenges and frustrations may arise, but your coach is committed to guiding and supporting you.

Roles & Expectations

Coach Responsibilities:
- Provide open, honest, and authentic communication
- Focus on your personal growth and goal achievement
- Challenge and support you while maintaining a professional relationship
- Refer you to external services if necessary
- Track overarching themes from sessions for program improvement, but no specific notes or personal details will be shared
Client Responsibilities:
- Stay committed and follow through on action plans
- Respond to check-ins and complete assigned tasks
- Disclose any conditions that may impact coaching
- Communicate openly and honestly
- Maintain a positive mindset and accept accountability
Confidentiality

Your coaching sessions are confidential, with the following exceptions:
- Safety concerns for yourself or others
- Mandated reporting requirements or legal obligations
- Violations of CTFF policies or applicable laws
Your coach will document high-level themes from your sessions for program improvement, but no specific notes or personal details will be shared.

Program Logistics
1. Appointments – Coaching appointments may be made by contacting your coach directly or through Dream@ctff.us. Sessions occur weekly or bi-weekly (8 total).
2. Forms – Complete required assessments and agreement before coaching begins.
3. Missed/Late Sessions – Notify your coach ASAP for rescheduling. Multiple missed or late sessions may impact participation.
4. Cost & Voluntary Participation – Dream coaching is solely for your personal benefit. Your participation in the program is voluntary, and is offered to you at no charge. The cost of these services is significant, valued at approximately $520 or more, but is fully covered by CTFF as part of our investment in your personal and professional development. Accordingly, you will not be compensated for your participation in the program.
5. Materials – A notebook or journal is recommended for tracking progress.
Acknowledgment & Release

I understand that:
- Participation is voluntary and outside my job responsibilities.
- I am responsible for my well-being and decisions during coaching.
- Coaching is not a substitute for therapy or medical treatment.
By signing below, I release CTFF from any claims related to my participation in this program.
Care Fund

Care Fund offers assistance to employees facing various hardships by connecting applicants to community resources and eligibility-based monetary aid. This service is available to all Teaching Fellows who have met the probationary requirements of 90 days. *Powered by the Dream Initiative
Please describe the hardship you are facing and / or any key details that are relevant to understanding the situation or events (e.g., medical emergency, job loss, family crisis, etc.).
Please provide any urgent deadlines or risks (e.g., eviction notice, utility shutoff)?
Upload any items that can support the documentation of the hardship (e.g. bills, statements, notices, repair requests, etc.)

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Are you comfortable disclosing any financial or government assistance to our Care Fund representative?
Are there any steps you have taken to resolve your situation prior to submitting this application?
How did you hear about the Care Fund?
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Teaching Fellow Support Services

General Information

Academic Coaching

Life Coaching

Availability

The Dream Initiative

Teaching Fellow Coaching Agreement

Care Fund