Studying to be a teacher? Join our student program

Education Minnesota's Student Program is a preprofessional organization for college and university students planning to be teachers.

How to apply

Apply online for the 2011-12 or 2012-13 membership years or print the 2011-12 application and return it to us (please allow up to two weeks after applying online for access to members-only content on this site).
- If you belong to an Education Minnesota local, please call Michelle Johnson at 1-800-652-9073 x 4814 before completing this application to discuss eligibility because refunds are not provided.
You do NOT need a member ID number, username or password to apply online.
Check my membership status. This new feature allows you to confirm whether you have a current membership, even if you paid by check. You can also print a confirmation of your membership.
Questions about the online application? Contact the National Education Association.
Please print and keep a copy of your confirmation e-mail.
Questions? Contact our membership department: 800-652-9073 or 651-227-9541.

Benefits of membership
Membership gives you access to benefits like these:

Receive $1 million in professional liability insurance while you're in the classroom. This coverage is important when you're involved in clinical classroom experiences or student teaching. Many colleges and universities as well as school districts require professional liability insurance coverage. If you student teach in another state or country, your insurance covers you as long as you are enrolled in a Minnesota college or university.
Save money on car, home, health and life insurance; credit cards; entertainment; travel; loans, and more through state and national affiliate programs.
Connect with the state and national affiliate organizations. Their publications cover professional issues including licensure, graduation standards, peer review and teaching techniques as well as organizational information.
Network with other pre-professionals.
Expand your leadership skills at the campus level. Education Minnesota works with campus leaders to develop effective chapters.

One of the best benefits is pre-professional development on your campus and at other meetings on topics such as these:

Parent conference tips
Legal and ethical issues
Survival skills for new teachers
Effective use of technology in the classroom
Special education
Interview and job search skills

Eligibility
You're eligible for student membership if you're enrolled in an Education Minnesota affiliated post-secondary school as an undergraduate or graduate. The Education Minnesota affiliated schools are listed on the online application in the dropdown box.

If you are a member of an Education Minnesota affiliated local you are not eligible for a student membership – see "How to apply" above.

Dues
Student Program dues are $25 per year; the membership year runs from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31. Campus chapters may also charge dues. Your membership begins when Education Minnesota receives your application and check.

Contact us!
If your college campus doesn't have a campus chapter, we encourage you to start one. Education Minnesota will provide staff time and some financial assistance to new campus chapters.

For more information contact Tammy Barnes, 800-642-3239.

April 03, 2012