Teachers Up Ambassador Program

We’re thrilled to launch the Teachers Up Ambassador Program, a new initiative that empowers passionate educators to lead, inspire, and grow our community across El Salvador (and beyond)!
 
Purpose
To identify and empower one dedicated Teachers Up Ambassador in each of El Salvador’s 14 departments to represent the initiative, foster local engagement, and build a stronger network of English educators across the country.
 
Role of a Teachers Up Ambassador
Each ambassador will serve as a local representative and liaison, responsible for:
  • Organizing training and professional development opportunities (in-person or virtual) for English teachers in their department.
  • Hosting regular meetups or networking events for Teachers Up members and potential collaborators.
  • Liaising with local institutions, schools, universities, NGOs, and other relevant stakeholders to promote and expand the Teachers Up network.
  • Meeting regularly with the national Teachers Up team to plan activities, share updates, and coordinate national and regional efforts.
  • Identifying needs and opportunities in their region and communicating them to the Teachers Up core team.
  • Promoting Teachers Up programs and events through their local channels.
 
Who Can Apply
We are looking for passionate, committed, and proactive English educators who:
  • Are active members of Teachers Up.
  • Currently live in El Salvador and will be in El Salvador during the appointment term
  • Have strong connections within their department’s educational community.
  • Demonstrate leadership and a willingness to grow professionally and serve others.
  • Are willing to dedicate time voluntarily to strengthen the teaching community in their region.
 
What You’ll Receive as a Teachers Up Ambassador
While this is a non-paid, volunteer leadership position, ambassadors will receive:
 
Professional Benefits
  • Exclusive invitation to the Leadership & Appreciation Bootcamp
  • Opportunities to deliver training and presentations
  • National recognition across Teachers Up platforms
  • Priority access to development opportunities, scholarships, and events
  • Opportunities to speak, present, or moderate at Teachers Up and partner events
  • Priority consideration for participation in special projects, panels, or international opportunities
  • Certificate of Leadership & Service upon completion
 
Perks
  • Official Teachers Up shirt and name badge
  • Welcome pack (notebook, pen, stickers, cup, bag)
  • Certificate of Appointment
  • Social media spotlight
  • VIP access or reserved seating at Teachers Up events
 
Term & Commitment
  • Term: 12 months (renewable based on performance and interest).
  • Expected time commitment: Flexible but estimated 8-12 hours per month.
 
How to Apply
Interested candidates must complete the Teachers Up Ambassador Application Form, including:
  • A brief statement of interest (max 250 words)
  • A plan or vision for how they will engage teachers in their department
  • A letter of support from a supervisor or colleague (optional but encouraged)
 
Application Form: https://bit.ly/TUAmbassadors
 
Application Deadline: September 1, 2025

Selected ambassadors will be announced on September 26, 2025, at the Teachers Up 2025 National Conference.
 
Questions can be addressed to [email protected].
Disclaimer: This project was funded  by a grant from the United States Department of State. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of State.
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