Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA)
Transform Your Teaching. Discover New Possibilities.
TEA has truly been a life-changing experience for me. It helped me understand the U.S. education system, the way people think, and the social forces that shape teaching and learning. This exposure opened my mind to the many dimensions of inclusive education. Through classroom observations, teaching, and collaborating with a high school teacher on lesson planning, I gained confidence and inspiration. Connecting with friends from around the world motivated me to work toward meaningful change in education in Thailand and beyond. Fulbright broadened my perspective and strengthened my commitment to contributing to global education every single day in my journey.
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Pimsiri Danphitsanuparn
2025 TEA in Biology from Kamnoetvidya Science Academy
to University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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ABOUT TEA
Unlock new horizons in your teaching career with the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program. This six-week program brings international secondary educators to the U.S. to explore innovative teaching methods, engage with instructional technology, and collaborate with U.S. educators and students.
Participants gain hands-on experience through classroom observation, co-teaching, and academic seminars, while also experiencing the rich cultural life of their host communities. Open to school educators, the program offers a transformative opportunity to grow professionally, broaden your perspective, and build lasting connections.
TEA AT A GLANCE
Purpose
Seminars at
a U.S. university
& affiliation with
a U.S. school
Applicant
Secondary teachers in English, EFL, foreign languages, math, science, social studies, and special education
Number of Grant
Grant Period
Application Period
Up to 4 annually
6 weeks
January - March
PROGRAM UNIQUENESS
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Binational scholarship supported
by the Thai and U.S. governments
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University seminars exploring innovative teaching and instructional technology
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U.S. school practicum with 40+ hours of observation and co-teaching
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Global learning community connecting with international educators
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Cultural immersion experiencing U.S. culture and schools firsthand
ABOUT GRANT
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Thai citizen
up to 50 years old
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Bachelor’s degree from Thai university
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Full-time teachers in eligible subjects teaching at the secondary level
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Minimum 3 years
of classroom experience (5 preferred)
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Approved leave of absence from their school administration