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Aspiring Educators

Aspiring Educators are pre-service teachers united together through our union. We are the leading voice for the next generation of educators.
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NEARI Student Program for Aspiring Educators

The Aspiring Educators Program supports, develops, and empowers diverse, pre-service teachers with the resources, networks, and opportunities to excel as educators and leaders, both as students and throughout their career. Together, we’re building the future of public education – join us!  

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Why Belong?

Expand Your Network: A unique opportunity for professional development, community outreach, leadership, and networking.
Practical Experience: Workshops and conferences are offered on a variety of topics including classroom management, interviewing, resume writing, and how to handle difficult discussions, among other things.
Get Involved Early: Access to statewide and national conferences, free teaching materials, and the opportunity to make a difference in the future of both NEARI and the teaching profession.

Resources for the leaders of today and tomorrow

The Aspiring Educator Program is more than a cool club on campus and a source of liability insurance. When you join, you become a member of a professional organization and a union with fellow members on campus, statewide, and nationally!
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NEA Today for Aspiring Educators

This online magazine features articles on the latest news, trends, and resources for Aspiring Educators. Check out a couple of our recent articles below!
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Fall 2024 Courses: Praxis Content Study Sessions

NEA is offering a series of Praxis content sessions to help you study and prepare for your exams. Space is limited so check out the full schedule of courses and sign up to join us today!
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Jack Kinnaman Scholarship

This scholarship, named after a former NEA-Retired Vice President, is funded by retired members to support current Aspiring Educators through their studies. Application for 2025 will open December 2024.
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A labor union and professional organization.

Our Association is a remarkable blend of union and professional organization, with a proud history of serving Rhode Island. Since its inception in 1845, our members have been at the center of every struggle to advance the finest of American dreams: the promise of a quality public education for every child. One in every 100 Rhode Islanders is a member - chances are, you know us already!