TSTA-Aspiring Educators
TSTA-AE president on importance of paid student teaching
Check out this video from TSTA-Aspiring Educators state president, Zach Sheriff, on the importance of aspiring educators having access to paid student teaching opportunities. Unpaid student teaching remains one of the largest barriers to entering the profession. Join us at the TSTA-AE state convention February 27-March 1, 2026 to get involved and learn how you can make paid student teaching a reality in Texas! Watch the video here.
2025 Jack Kinnaman scholarship award
At the NEA-Aspiring Educators conference each summer, the NEA-Retired program announces winners of the Jack Kinnaman scholarship award. Mr. Kinnaman is a former NEA-Retired vice president who was passionate about students that face financial challenges to getting an education. This year, two TSTA-AE members were recipients of the scholarship of $3,500. Congratulations to Jessica Bagadion from University of Houston-Clear Lake and Camila Rodriguez from Texas A&M University! Current TSTA-AE members can apply for the scholarship beginning December 1.
As a student member…
You have access to the vast resources of TSTA and NEA, including valuable career information and important personal contacts. Membership in TSTA-Student Program helps you make the transition from student to professional educator. NEA’s website is an excellent resource for information and networking with experienced teachers.
