Philip R. Costanzo Teaching Fellowship Application Open

We now are accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Costanzo Teaching Fellowships. The Costanzo Fellowship is a unique opportunity for juniors and seniors to receive substantial training in teaching as part of teaching team for Introductory Psychology (PSY 101). Teaching Fellows teach as part of the Psychology 101 team both Fall and Spring semesters. They are paid, and are required to enroll in a 1-credit Psychology Teaching Seminar (that counts toward the Psychology major) during the fall term. 

Our application deadline is the end of the day on Friday, March 10thComplete your application here. In addition to the brief FAQs below, feel free to explore the Psych 101 website for more details about the PSY 101 course and the fellowship program. Contact Dr. Bridgette Hard at bridgette.hard@duke.edu with any questions.

Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to seeing your applications!     

What paid responsibilities do the Teaching Fellows have?

Costanzo Teaching Fellows (TFs) are paid for 10-15 hours of teaching responsibilities per week, on average. Their teaching responsibilities include:

  • Attending lectures and giving feedback.
  • Planning and teaching discussion sections for Psych 101.
  • Holding office hours.
  • Mentoring students on a semester-long research and writing project.
  • Grading written assignments and exams.

What kind of training do the Teaching Fellows receive?

Costanzo TFs attend a mandatory, paid orientation the Saturday before Fall semester begins and receive ongoing training in a weekly teaching seminar (for credit) that focuses on issues such as teaching strategies, classroom management, and ethical issues relevant to teaching. TFs also receive ongoing feedback on their teaching from students and the course instructors.

So what are you looking for in a Teaching Fellow?

Applicants with the following characteristics are preferred:

  • Rising senior or rising junior status (rising seniors receive priority)
  • A strong interest in developing teaching, leadership, or mentorship abilities
  • Significant psychology coursework (being a psychology major is not required)
  • Strong knowledge of research methods
  • Demonstrated ability to manage responsibility
  • Strong interpersonal skills

How do I apply?

Complete the online application by midnight on Friday, March 10th. The application requests some basic information about you, your thoughts on teaching, and requests a copy of your 1) CV/resume, 2) scientific writing sample, and 3) unofficial academic transcript. You will also provide the names of two Duke instructors or other mentors who are willing to serve as references (they don’t need to write a letter, we will contact them). Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis.

Type
  • Professional development
  • Research
Timeframe
  • Summer