Teacher Collaborative

We have spoken to a LOT of Massachusetts teachers in the past few years, and as you might imagine, there are a lot of different concerns. Something that stood out, however, was how isolated teachers committed to creating more equitable spaces for their students can feel. District-led initiatives often don't provide authentic opportunities for teachers to lead, and there's also a lot of pressure to maintain the status quo. That's why The Teacher Collaborative has committed to our Equity Leaders Co-Lab, a free PD opportunity that also serves as community of practice for teachers hoping to make a difference. One participant last year said: “The biggest impact for me as an educator was to listen to the other peers in the Co-Lab. It was comforting to know that across the state , other educators are working towards equity in different ways and in different levels of education. I really also was impacted positively by having the constant support from my facilitator, and her positive feedback and constructive observations I received throughout the Co-Lab. This made me feel secure and that I had more guidance.” We also heard, "“Building community with like-minded educators committed to change really helped me to feel confident as I thought through the existing situation and the changes I wanted to make." They've convinced us that this program is worth repeating. So we are launching our second Equity Leaders cohort, a space for a small, diverse group of teachers from across Massachusetts to learn, innovate, and lead change, with both big and small steps. Participants earn PDPs, a stipend, and optional graduate credit, not to mention the best benefit: access to each other. Learn more or apply by October 25th at https://lnkd.in/ehEM7hWG - and if there's a teacher you think could benefit from this program, tag them here!

🚨 Exciting News: Our 90 Donors in 90 Days Campaign is LIVE! 🚨 We’re thrilled to kick off a challenge that’s all about empowering teachers and transforming education across Massachusetts! Our 90 Donors in 90 Days campaign is officially underway, and we need YOUR help to reach our goal. Why now? Because teachers are the backbone of our schools, and their growth and success directly impact the futures of our students. From our signature Co-Labs to leadership development and community-building events, The Teacher Collaborative is dedicated to providing educators with the resources, support, and professional development they need to thrive. Here’s the challenge: We’re looking for 90 generous donors over the next 90 days to help us fuel our programs and continue offering these opportunities to teachers—all at NO COST to them. What your donation does: 🌟 Empowers teachers to improve their practice and create more equitable classrooms 🌟 Supports peer collaboration and professional growth 🌟 Ensures our programs remain FREE for educators 🌟 Helps build a stronger, more diverse teaching community Every dollar counts! Whether it’s a small monthly contribution or a one-time gift, you’ll be helping us provide more opportunities for educators to grow, lead, and make a real difference in students’ lives. 🔗 Join the movement and donate today: https://lnkd.in/eRdCcndS #90DonorsIn90Days #BetterTogether #SupportTeachers #TransformEducation #DonateNow #EmpowerEducators #EducationMatters #MakeADifference #TeacherDevelopment #EquityInEducation #TeacherLeadership

Step into your leadership era! Apply to join the Teacher Collaborative Teacher Advisory Board! This special teacher leadership team helps the organization with feedback and ideas for teacher programming. With your voices and input, we can provide teachers with the experiences and opportunities to support their needs and goals! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until July 29! To learn more and apply, check out tinyurl.com/TAB2025

Teacher Collaborative is partnering with the 2023 MA State Teacher of the Year, Dani B. Charbonneau, to support school teams in designing new ways of meeting the needs of their most disengaged students. Whether you're worried about chronic absenteeism, low engagement, or inequitable opportunities for the young folks in your school, take this opportunity to make a difference. Site visits, stipends, a community, and professional learning included, so please check out https://lnkd.in/eh35fB4m before our 8/1 priority deadline!

Are you thinking of ways to amplify your voice to help support teachers across the state? Apply to join the Teacher Collaborative Teacher Advisory Board! This special teacher leadership team helps the organization with feedback and ideas for teacher programming. The TAB has 4 virtual meetings throughout the school year and opportunities for asynchronous feedback during non-meeting months. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until July 29! To learn more and apply check out: www.tinyurl.com/TAB2025

**Last call: register by Friday 6/14 to join this Facilitative Leadership Institute! We're putting together the best of what we offer: PD that is research-backed, expertly-facilitated, and teacher-centered. You do not want to miss this! This institute will prepare educators committed to educational equity to facilitate conversations with diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity at the center. It will also give you the tools and confidence to navigate these conversations when they get tricky and a supportive network of peers taking on this important and courageous facilitative work. Register or reach out to us by Friday 6/14 to hold your spot: tinyurl.com/TCInstitute or diana@theteachercollaborative.org.

We know there are some VERY deserving MA #teachers in the Teacher Collaborative community and beyond. If you nominate someone, they could be honored and/or win a big prize!

UPDATE 5/7, noon: This contest is now closed! Please tune into @theteachercolab on Instagram at 4pm if you would like to see us draw names live! ORIGINAL POST: We're kicking off Teacher Appreciation Month (yes, Month!) a little early with a giveaway! One of your favorite educators could be one of our 7 lucky winners of a pair of tickets to a Red Sox game this May. Here are the details: --Tag a teacher-friend or colleague who teaches in Massachusetts and tell us what you appreciate about them in a comment below. --They will be entered to win a pair of tickets to an upcoming Red Sox game during the month of May. Winners will be able to select a game date that works for them. --We will select winners on Tuesday, May 7th so be sure to enter by noon on that date.

The Teacher Collaborative is seeking our next #ExecutiveDirector to serve as a mission-driven #leader and oversee our next phase of organizational, business, and funds #development while growing the base of people who care about our important work supporting #Massachusetts educators. This unique part-time ED role is a fantastic opportunity for a strong leader seeking meaningful work with a great deal of flexibility. If you're an equity-driven non-profit professional excited by the possibility of leading and growing an organization built by teachers, for teachers, please follow the link to read more and consider applying! https://lnkd.in/e9VxXujE We also encourage you to share with your networks! #hiring #jobs #nonprofit #education

Did you know that we curate a resource with classroom-ready strategies, lesson plans, and ideas that can support your teaching of current events and holidays? Our DBIE Padlet is organized chronologically and features sections for Black History Month (current), Women's History Month (upcoming) and a standing column for supporting students to learn about issues that come up in the news (evergreen). Check it out at: tinyurl.com/DBIEresources