By MICHAEL CRIMMINS
Glasgow News 1
The Kentucky Department of Education is looking for new GoTeachKy ambassadors for the 2025-2026 school year.
GoTeachKY ambassadors will act as the face of the GoTeachKY initiative, connecting with prospective educators and community members primarily through digital platforms like social media, foster positive in-person connections with colleagues and students at secondary and post-secondary schools and provide valuable information to those considering teaching careers and contribute to the elevation of the teaching profession.
In 2024, Red Cross Elementary teacher Scott Johnson was named a GoTeachKY ambassador.
To be eligible for the GoTeachKY Ambassador program, participants must:
- Hold a valid Kentucky teaching certificate in good standing with Education Professional Standards Board;
- Hold a teaching position in a Kentucky public school (and anticipate being employed in this role during the next school year)
- Have at least four years of experience as a teacher, principal or other certified school staff member, up to and including the current school year
- Have daily meaningful interaction with students and educators in his/her school role
- Be proficient in using social media platforms
- Have strong written and oral communication skills
- Be able to attend the state Educators Rising Competition all day March 5, 2026, in Louisville. Substitute reimbursement will be available for your district for the day
- Be willing to work on a small group project with a regional group related to school climate that you will speak about to the group during meetings.
GoTeachKY ambassadors also must be able to attend a minimum of 80 percent of monthly meetings. Ambassadors will receive a $75 monthly stipend with opportunities to earn additional compensation, according to the press release.
Applications can be submitted here. Applications will close on Sept. 30.
