Martinez Fellowship Program

The Martinez Fellowship Program supports aspiring and early-career Teachers of Color across Washington State. In partnership with local colleges and universities, the Fellowship provides community, resources, early-career coaching, and professional development for candidates pursuing a BA in Education, a master’s in teaching, or alternate route to certification. 

Fellows engage in a learning community rooted in Liberation Pedagogy, exploring identity, building leadership skills, and advocating educational equity. If you are passionate about teaching through a multicultural lens and making a difference in under-served communities, the Martinez Fellowship offers a supportive pathway into the profession.

Benefits of Becoming a Martinez Fellow

• Graduate- and undergraduate-level scholarships toward Teacher Education degrees
• Opportunities to network and collaborate with other teachers of color in a trusted community
• Early career coaching and support
• Leadership opportunities within and outside of the program
• Three-day Martinez Fellows Summer Conference
• Five Saturday professional-development seminars throughout the school year

Scholarship

Western Washington University Martinez Fellows will receive a $1,000 scholarship for the academic year after they are accepted into the program.