Information Technology
Having experienced rapid growth for each of the last three years, Teach For America is laser focused on building a strong organizational infrastructure. Our incredible technology team plays a crucial role in that effort.
Our team is comprised of six functional areas: application development, solutions and delivery, technology operations, user support technologies, enterprise architecture and business operations. We are honored to have some of the largest names in technology as partners, including IBM and Cisco, ensuring we stay current on the latest technologies.
Also, our team leaders are passionate about fostering our development. All team managers partner with their staff to create individualized development plans, allowing us to stretch, grow professionally both within and across the IT team’s various disciplines, and work on projects outside of our expertise.
Our People
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Robb SmylieSenior Managing Director, Enterprise Software Services“The reason I've stayed here so long is our team.” -
Keith McLeodManaging Director, Project Management“I wanted to work for a company that valued more than the bottom line.” -
Elga SuarezSenior Managing Director, Business Analysis“Teach For America is more like working with friends and family.” -
Shamim MirzaManaging Director, Workstation Analyst“I joined TFA because I like the mission of this company and I am glad to be part of this movement.” -
Anindita UkilDirector, Business Analysis“I want to be part of the transformational change that Teach For America is bringing about.” -
Jon PetersDirector, Business Analysis“The quality of the people has kept me here for over five years.” -
Barbara HsweVice President, User Support Technologies“Our spirit, collaboration, core values and leadership all focus on what is best for the children and mission; it is inspiring.”
Teach For America was named one of Fortune magazine's top 100 employers to work for.
Teach For America was named one of America's top 100 Ideal Employers in Universum's 2011 American Student Survey.