Journeys in Film is pleased to announce that applications are now open for our inaugural 2024/2025 Educator Ambassador Program.

What is the Journeys In Film Educator Ambassador Program?

The Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador Program invites educators in a wide range of roles and learning environments to join the Journeys in Film team. Ambassadors amplify Journeys’ work in learning spaces  and provide feedback and insight regarding educator needs.

Who is eligible to be a Journeys In Film Educator Ambassador?

All educators are eligible if they work in a K–16 setting. Anyone who is an educator who is excited about working with Journeys in Film resources can become a Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador. This includes:

  • Classroom teachers,
  • Homeschoolers,
  • Adult Education instructors,
  • Higher Education instructors
  • Community educators
  • Librarians,
  • Museum staff.

If you are an educator interested in applying and you don’t see your specific role on this list, check in with us!—We want to hear from you and we very likely want you to apply.

The educators and learners who use our resources come from all walks of life and so do we. We warmly encourage educators of all backgrounds and identities to apply to become Educator Ambassadors.

I don’t live in the US. Can I still apply to be a Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador?

The Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador Program is limited to US residents for the 2024/2025 school year. We look forward to opening up the program to international participants in the future.

Please sign up for the Journeys in Film Newsletter to get updates about expansion of the Educator Ambassador Program.

What do Journeys in Film Educator Ambassadors receive?

We are pleased to offer our Educational Ambassadors the following benefits:

  • $500 stipend per term.
  • Journeys in Film gear and giveaways.
  • Collaboration with other educators as part of a vibrant and supportive community.
  • Access to optional opportunities for article/blog publication of experiences facilitating instructional material, etc., on Journeys in Film platforms. (Ambassadors will have support from our communications director.)
  • Access to optional opportunities for additional paid writing projects helping to develop new instructional materials.
What do Journeys in Film Educator Ambassadors do?
  • Use two or more Journeys in Film resources in your learning space during the school year.
  • Share Journeys in Film lessons and news about professional development opportunities with your network throughout the year (in-person and via social media).
  • Contribute to the creation and delivery of Journeys in Film professional development programs.
  • Provide feedback via surveys and monthly virtual meetings.
  • Ambassadors may be invited to become paid curriculum writers for Journeys in Film.

We know that as an educator, your time is valuable; therefore, our program is flexible and mindful of your working schedule.

What is the deadline to apply for the Journeys In Film Educator Ambassador Program?

New Extended Deadline: We have extended the deadline for the 2024/2025 Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador Program!

 All applicants should submit your applications as soon as possible and no later than Monday, September 30, 2024.

How do I apply for the Journeys In Film Educator Ambassador Program?
  1. Read the full description of the Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador Program.
  2. Apply using the Journeys in Film Educator Ambassador Program online application form, no later than Monday, September 30, 2024. (The form is short, we promise!)
What if I have further questions about the Journeys In Film Educator Ambassador Program?

If you have any additional questions or would simply like to learn more about this opportunity, please pop in on one of our available office hours using the following link: Office Hours Invitation Link, Passcode: 12222.

  • Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:00 am PT / 1 pm ET.
  • Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 11:00 am PT / 2 pm ET.
  • Monday, September 23, 2024 at 9:00 am PT / noon ET.
  • Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 9:00 am PT / noon ET.
  • Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 1 pm PT / 4 pm ET.

We look forward to receiving your application and we hope you can join us as a Journeys in Film Educational Ambassador.

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