City Teaching Alliance is proud to announce that it has been named the national recipient of the 2025 Mutual of America Foundation Thomas J. Moran Award. This prestigious recognition honors nonprofit organizations that create lasting impact through innovative partnerships with public, private, and social sector organizations.

This award highlights City Teaching Alliance’s long-standing collaboration with Baltimore City Public Schools, where the organization has prepared and placed more than 300 career educators in nearly 90 schools, reaching over 120,000 students. By supporting educators with graduate-level coursework, clinical experience, certification guidance, coaching, and ongoing professional development, City Teaching Alliance ensures teachers are well-equipped to make a meaningful difference in the classroom.

Dr. Rahesha Amon, CEO of City Teaching Alliance, shared:

“Our vision is that every school community will be led by thriving, well-resourced, and highly qualified career educators. This recognition celebrates the power of partnership and the educators, fellows, and staff who make this work possible.”

City Teaching Alliance’s work in Baltimore is a model of how cross-sector partnerships can strengthen urban education systems and build a sustainable teacher workforce. The organization’s Signature Approach—combining Coaching & Mentorship, Clinical Placement, Coursework, Certification, and Community —ensures that educators are supported from day one and continue to grow throughout their careers.

This national recognition reinforces the organization’s commitment to Baltimore schools and the thousands of students served by its educators.Read the full press release here: https://www.mutualofamerica.com/about-us/newsroom/press-releases/mutual-of-america-foundation-announces-winners-of-the-2025-community-partnership-award