Be part of the very first cohort of Girls Go Circular Teacher Ambassadors!
Discover how you can make an impact, connect with fellow educators, and grow professionally. Here’s everything you need to know.
What is it all about?
The Girls Go Circular Ambassadors Programme is a unique, year-long opportunity for passionate teachers to collaborate closely with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Community and play a key role in advancing education across Europe.
In particular, we are calling all educators who have already used the Circular Learning Space, the platform hosting the courses of the Girls Go Circular programme, to become the best ambassadors of our teaching tool!
Ambassadors will represent Girls Go Circular at events, help foster a vibrant teacher community, contribute to peer training, and improve the initiative through their fresh ideas. They will also get the chance to enhance their leadership and teaching skills with tailored mentorship and professional development workshops.
During their mandate, ambassadors are expected to dedicate around 4 hours per month to their role and attend at least one in-person event in a European country with travel expenses fully covered by Girls Go Circular.
Who is it for?
We’re looking for enthusiastic educators who are ready to inspire others to join the Girls Go Circular movement. If you are:
A working secondary school or iVET school teacher (teaching 14-19 year old students)
Having already used the Circular Learning Space
Confident in communicating in English
Having the support of your school management to participate
Eager to share your voice, motivate fellow teachers, and take part in professional training, both as a learner and as a trainer…
… then this opportunity is for you!
Applications are open until 18 July 2025.
Before submitting your application through the form at the bottom of the page, we invite you to learn more about how ambassadors are selected, the benefits they receive, and the key responsibilities of their role.
What are the selection criteria?
We are looking for teachers who are passionate about youth education and eager to go the extra mile to drive positive change. To guarantee a rich variety of perspectives in the cohort, the selection process will prioritise diversity in teacher profiles, considering factors such as country of origin, gender, age, teaching subjects, and more.
Motivation & Ambition
We’re looking for teachers who are excited about making an impact, empowering others, and rethinking traditional education methods for the benefit of both students and educators. Enthusiasm for digital tools and educational innovation is essential.
Strong Communication Skills
Ambassadors should be able to express ideas clearly and confidently in English and engage with diverse audiences. Proficiency in other European languages and regular active use of social media will be considered a plus.
Experience & Knowledge
It is required that applicants actively teach in a secondary or VET school throughout the one-year mandate. Experience in initiatives that improve school environments, introduce innovative teaching methods, or enhance curricula for 21st-century skills will be highly valued.
Alignment with the Initiative’s Mission
In line with the programme’s mission, we value a genuine dedication to inspiring young people, particularly girls, to pursue careers in STEM/ICT, entrepreneurship or sustainability.
What are the roles and responsibilities of an Ambassador?
Promoter
Raise awareness of the Girls Go Circular initiative within your school and community. Encourage students and fellow teachers to get involved, identify local events where you could present the programme, and share news and opportunities through your social media channels.
Trainer
As a certified Girls Go Circular Trainer, share your expertise and empower other educators by organising online or in-person training sessions. Each ambassador will commit to training at least 7 teachers throughout their mandate.
Connector
Support the creation and facilitation of Girls Go Circular teacher groups in your country and offer guidance and encouragement to fellow teachers. As an ambassador, you will also act as a bridge between the initiative and your local education authorities.
Programme Advisor
Contribute ideas and share feedback from your students and peers to improve the Girls Go Circular programme. Provide insights into your national school system and STEM curriculum, ensuring the programme aligns with local needs and integrates smoothly into teaching practices.
What benefits await Girls Go Circular Ambassadors?
Speak at events & expand your network
Gain recognition by representing Girls Go Circular at online and in-person events invited by the European Commission, the EIT Community, and its partners. Connect with like-minded educators across Europe and grab the chance to visit a fellow teacher ambassador at their school to share best practices.
Become a certified teacher trainer
Participate in an exclusive Train-the-Trainer course designed for Girls Go Circular Ambassadors. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and be recognised as an official Girls Go Circular trainer, ready to empower other teachers in your community.
Benefit from mentoring & exclusive workshops
Join mentorship sessions and receive expert guidance on interdisciplinary teaching, digital learning, and more. Access hands-on workshops featuring innovative digital tools to enrich your classroom practices.
Get featured in official communications
Become the living example of the programme’s impact! Share your journey through interviews, articles, and videos published on our website and social media channels, inspiring other educators to follow your lead.
Influence the programme’s development
Enjoy exclusive early access to new content and features of the Girls Go Circular programme and take the opportunity to provide your valuable feedback. You will help shape the initiative to better meet teachers’ and students’ needs.