Interested formal or informal educators will complete an online application. Each application will be independently and blindly scored by members of the Teach Engineering team. Applications will be evaluated by a scoring rubric. The intention is to select Champions who will bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and regional insights from across the US, reflecting different backgrounds and communities.

The Teach Engineering Champions Institute is an annual, professional development workshop designed to train formal and informal K-12 educators in engineering pedagogy, design and mindset. Training and collaboration will continue throughout the year with quarterly virtual training sessions and regular slack channel engagements.

Curriculum and course work will be based on the Teach Engineering free digital library. This exclusive and unique workshop offers participants advanced training, resources, and networking opportunities to deepen their understanding of engineering education and enhance their ability to lead the integration of engineering principles in K-12 classrooms. By attending the TECI, Teach Engineering Champions will further develop their capacity to inspire and lead both students and fellow educators in embracing the power of engineering. Topics will include:

Applicants must:

• Be 18 years or older by the application date
• Be a U.S. Citizen, or permanent resident (meets the requirements of the green card test)
• Have a US tax ID or Social Security Number
• Not be a current employee of the University of Colorado

To the extent required by law, the University of Colorado will report the value of any consultant stipends to the IRS on Form 1099. Taxes, where applicable, are the responsibility of the stipend recipient. Participants of the Engineering Champion Institute will be required to submit additional paperwork, including tax ID information.

Teach Engineering Champions will be selected annually and will convene at the Teach Engineering Champions Institute (TECI) in Boulder, Colorado. Those selected will be provided with an attendance stipend and all costs associated with attending (travel, meals and lodging) will be funded by Teach Engineering.

Upon completion of the TECI, a TE Champion will have the opportunity to become a contracted consultant. With the assistance and support of the Teach Engineering team, the Champions will provide guidance, resources, programming and support to other formal and informal K-12 engineering educators in their region.

Champions will earn an additional stipend provided they:

• Facilitate at least 1 professional development (PD) session in their community within 12 months after the completion of the program. The PD session will focus on the application of engineering education practices and resources in the K-12 classroom.
• Participate in TE quarterly champion webinars which will assist in the successful implementation of these workshops.
• Contribute to your educational community by disseminating the insights and strategies gained through your participation in this program. This commitment is crucial to ensuring that the impact of the program extends beyond the individual teacher and influences the broader educational ecosystem.

Additional questions should be directed to Teach Engineering Team at info@teachengineering.org