Join ATPE as a Student Teacher
ATPE is YOUR professional association. We're the most powerful voice in Texas public education, with approximately 90,000 members across the state.
It's FREE!* Plus, you’ll become part of Texas’ largest community of educators, who will help guide and mentor you as you begin your new career.
Go to atpe.org/join, or click on the Join ATPE button below. Join in the College Student category if you’re just taking classes right now. Join as a Student Teacher if you’re going to be doing any student or clinical teaching or observations, whether in person or virtually. ATPE’s Student Teacher membership provides you with professional liability insurance.** (But it’s still FREE!)
And don’t forget: When you finally land your dream job, be sure to upgrade to the appropriate paid membership to retain your membership benefits.
*Student teachers in Texas qualify for free membership.
**Eligibility, terms, conditions, and limitations apply. Visit atpe.org/protection to view important disclosures and current details of the insurance policy. Staff attorney services are provided separate from the Educators Professional Liability Insurance Program.