Rutgers Transitional Education and Employment Management (T.E.E.M.) Gateway is a "one-stop center" that provides education and employment assistance, juvenile mentoring, and support services to the youth of Essex County for the New Jersey State Juvenile Justice Commission and the Office of Juvenile Parole and Transitional Services, Northern Region.

Rutgers T.E.E.M. Gateway program goals:

• Provide basic transitional tools and skills to help clients to avoid recidivism by continuing their education and becoming productive contributors to New Jersey’s workforce
• Challenge clients to explore their personal and career goals by providing a constructive framework for working toward and successfully attaining their goals
• Instill the desire and incentive to continue the educational process and work toward long-term educational goals and employment placement
• Improve basic skills by utilizing the strength-based approach and providing quality service with meaningful employment placement opportunities
• Provide a structured and supportive environment for our clients, staff, and the residents of Essex County and beyond

Rutgers T.E.E.M. Gateway staff and community partners are dedicated to helping the youth of Essex County to improve their quality of life and become productive members of New Jersey society.

 

"Building Productive Futures for the Youth of New Jersey"