Teaching While Queer provides queer folks working in education with a community to feel less alone and unload the burden of identity politics so you can work & live as your authentic self. Our Mission
Teaching While Queer’s mission is to create safe schools and communities where every educator can teach, every family can belong, and every child can learn regardless of actual or perceived sexual or
ientation or gender identity. Our Values
Teaching While Queer believes that all educators and youth deserve to feel safe and welcome in our schools and communities. Community
We believe in the power of authentic connection and community by fostering the wellbeing of Queer educators, honoring lived experiences, promoting safety within school communities, offering resources, and a safe space. Service
We provide support for all Queer Educators through mentorship, coaching, financial support, crisis mitigation, and referrals to resources we are unable to accommodate. Advocacy
We create culturally responsive classrooms and communities by elevating the pillars of diversity, inclusion, equity, access, justice, and belong at every level. Education
We provide professional development opportunities which promote collaborate toward innovative solutions to challenges, helping to enhance queer educators’ problem solving skills thus promoting educational independence for their students.
