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TEC MEMBERSHIP

A professional community led by educators, for educators.

The Educator Collective is a professional community built specifically for DFW teachers and school leaders like you. Our core purpose is to provide our members with the space they need to enrich and invest in their careers. Teaching is the noblest of callings, and we want to be one of many resources you have at your disposal as you pursue that calling.

 

If you are new to TEC, we would love to welcome you to our community. Learn more about membership below, and contact us with any questions. We hope to see you soon!

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FREE MEMBERSHIP

| Free & Fun

  • Free access to all TEC events & resources

  • Event registration required (first come first served)

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VIP MEMBERSHIP

| $8/month

  • All free membership benefits PLUS:

  • Early registration to all member events

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VIP + SEAT SAVER

| $11/month

  • All VIP membership benefits, PLUS:

  • Guaranteed seat at 2 member events of your choice

  • No registration required for select member events

  • How much does a TEC membership cost?
    Memberships are FREE! You can also select an optional VIP Membership with extra perks like early event registration for only $8/month. See the VIP Membership section below for details.
  • Why don’t educators have to pay to attend TEC events?
    TEC is a nonprofit organization; our mission is to serve and support educators. We’re supported by community members and donors who share our belief in the vital work that educators carry out each day - and agree that educators deserve the same professional supports and experiences of professionals in other sectors. Thanks to our donors, educators get to enjoy the benefits of TEC for free (lucky you!). Our optional VIP Memberships are also provided at a deeply reduced cost thanks to the generosity of our donors. Selecting a VIP Membership is a fantastic (and affordable) way to show your support for TEC and enjoy even more great benefits! Check out the details below.
  • Am I eligible for a membership?
    Are you an educator? Do you serve schools located in DFW? If you answered “yes” to both questions, then you are eligible for a free TEC membership.
  • What benefits do I receive as a TEC member?
    Admission to all TEC events, workshops, and Meetup Groups; a subscription to our monthly newsletter, “Opportunities for Educators;” and exclusive access to TEC’s optional VIP Membership benefits.
  • How many free events can I attend in a membership year?
    Thanks to our generous community donors, members can attend as many events as they register for in advance. If an event’s registration is full, members have an opportunity to be added to the waitlist and will be notified via email should a seat become available. To make our events more accessible for all educators, we have a no-show policy to ensure every event is enjoyed by as many educators as possible. The first time a member registers for an event and does not show, that okay! We understand life happens. After the second time a member is no show to an event, their reservation status will automatically be moved to “waitlist” for all future events within that same membership year. To read the full policy click here.
  • What does the VIP membership include?
    We currently offer two VIP Membership Levels so you can choose the one that is best for you! Each TEC event includes $50-$100 of complimentary food and drinks per person - attend just two events and you'll more than make up for your investment. Plus you'll get exclusive access an unparalleled peer network, engaging speakers, and top-notch PD. Sound good? We think so too. Here’s what each level includes: VIP Membership - $8/month All of the benefits of our Free Membership, plus Early registration to all monthly member events - reserve your seat 48 hours before registration opens to our general membership! VIP Membership + Seat-Saver Add On - $11/month All of the benefits of our VIP Membership, plus A guaranteed seat at two events of your choice. You select the two events in advance, then at event time there’s no need to register! You are already on the list! No need to worry about missing a full event from being on the waitlist.
  • How do I use my seat-saver benefit?
    After completing your registration, you’ll receive an email with our 2024-2025 program calendar and reservation instructions. You can apply your seat-saver benefit to any two events. Send us your selection and we’ll pre-register you for the event. That’s it! No more fear of missing registration emails or getting wait-listed. You’ll have a guaranteed seat - just confirm your RSVP when we send our reminder (Google Calendar invite). Change your mind? No problem - you can adjust unused reservations any time.
  • Can I cancel my VIP membership?
    Of course! The VIP Membership is processed monthly. You can cancel any time by emailing your request to connect@educatorcollective.org and we’ll take care of it for you right away.
  • Does my membership expire?
    We ask that you renew your registration annually in August. You’ll receive an email with instructions for the quick and simple renewal process. If you purchased a VIP Membership, your benefits will continue for as long as the membership level remains available or until you cancel your plan.
  • I already completed my membership registration. Can I upgrade to a VIP membership?
    Absolutely! You can update all of your membership details, including upgrading to a VIP Membership, at this link. Note: The link above requires your TEC Member ID Number and therefore will only work for those who have already completed our New Member Registration Form. If you have not yet completed the form, please see instructions above for initial registration and VIP Membership purchases.
  • How do I become a member?
    New members and those who have not yet received a TEC ID Number should complete the New Member Registration Form at the link below. Returning members can renew their membership for the 2024-2025 school year using the Membership Renewal Form. Questions? Contact us at connect@educatorcollective.org. We can’t wait to see you at our next TEC event!
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