Professional Development Scholarships
Advance Your Career With Teacher Scholarships in Arizona
Tucson Values Teachers believes that ongoing learning is essential for educator success. Through our Teacher Elevation Fund, Professional Development Scholarships provide financial support for Southern Arizona teachers to attend conferences, workshops, and courses — helping you grow your skills and bring fresh ideas back to your classroom.
Program Overview
Who is eligible?
Professional Development Scholarships are available to teachers who meet the following criteria:
- Spend the majority (over 50%) of the school day in direct instruction to student
- Currently be certified to teach in Arizona or working in a licensed and regulated early childhood education center
- Upload a copy of teaching certificate or appropriate credentials with application
- Teach any grade or combination of grades PreK through 12 in a school in Pima County, Cochise County, and/or Santa Cruz County Arizona
- Plan to continue in an active teaching status through the next full school year
Award Details
- Award Amount: Up to $250 per year in scholarships
- What’s Covered: Registration fees for professional conferences, continuing education courses, and approved workshops.
- What’s NOT Covered: Books and other course materials, travel, lodging, or tuition for college courses
- Selection Criteria: Scholarships are awarded based on budget availability, need, relevance to teaching, and potential classroom impact
How to Participate
- Application Process: Submit a simple application outlining your professional development goals and how the opportunity will benefit your teaching and students. TVT will review the request and funds will be sent via Zelle or PayPal. A receipt for the fees must be submitted to TVT following disbursement.