Teaching Woman Program
For college-aged women

Teaching Women are college-aged women trained to serve as teaching assistants to the professional Girls’ LEAP Self-Defense instructors.  The program is an opportunity for personal and professional development in the areas of leadership, intergenerational mentoring, coaching, and guidance.

Program Activities:

• Assist  in teaching at least 1 program per semester (standard programs run for 10 weeks, 3 hours per week).
• Organize and/or participate in on-campus outreach and awareness events to promote awareness of violence against girls and women in the community.
• Attend weekly, on-campus meetings that will offer additional training, support, and reflection.

Who Can Apply?

Women aged 18 years or older who have earned a high school diploma, particularly those who are or who will be in September of 2011, current students at Northeastern University, Simmons College, or Lesley University. We especially encourage women who are interested in empowerment, leadership, or self-defense to apply. Click here to apply! Girls’ LEAP TWP Application – Spring 2012

For more information about the Teaching Woman Program, contact Kristen at (617) 514-4285 or Kristen@girlsleap.org

“I am more confident in my beliefs as a feminist, a woman, and a teacher.
I feel the power of this movement and the true strength of Girls’ LEAP.” -Girls’ LEAP Teaching Woman