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Teach for Bulgaria works to ensure equal access to high-quality education for every child in the country.

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How we drive change

We believe that investing in people is the most sustainable way to improve the education system. That is why we train and support teachers and schools across the country to provide students with a high-quality education and prepare them for successful lives in the 21st century.

A single person or organization cannot achieve real, lasting change in education. It is the result of collective effort. That is why we work at all levels of the education system in partnership with public institutions, civil society organizations, and businesses. We learn from both experience and mistakes, seek allies and new solutions, experiment, share what works, and scale initiatives when there is clear evidence of impact.

Our Mission

We believe that every child in Bulgaria should have access to high-quality education — regardless of where they live, which school they attend, or their family’s financial circumstances. We pursue this mission by supporting teachers, developing school teams, and building partnerships to introduce effective, evidence-based practices into the education system.

Programs

A New Way to Teaching Program

A New Way to Teaching is the first program launched by Teach for Bulgaria in 2010.

The two-year program supports early-career teachers in achieving a high standard of teaching while developing strong leadership skills. Participants receive practical training, mentoring support, and access to a community of professionals who believe in the potential of every child. The program is free of charge for participants.

The next application cycle opens on January 5, 2026.

Model Schools Program

The Model Schools program is the only initiative in Bulgaria that provides training and long-term support to entire school teams, encouraging a comprehensive transformation of teaching and school leadership — with students at the center of the learning process.

Schools build sustainable leadership and governance structures through high-quality training and ongoing support, while teachers adopt modern approaches to teaching, assessment, and classroom organization.

The program builds on the successful Leaders in Education Academy of the America for Bulgaria Foundation and draws on Teach for Bulgaria’s long-standing experience in teacher training and school support.

Learning Together Program

The Learning Together program provides funding for sustainable school-based projects with a clear implementation plan and strong potential for replication across the country. The program is implemented with the financial support of the America for Bulgaria Foundation.

2021–2022: Projects focused on addressing learning gaps caused by the COVID-19 pandemic

2022–2023: Projects focused on developing self-regulated learning skills through the enhancement of social-emotional competencies among students in grades 5–7

2025–2026: This edition of the program aims to strengthen civic engagement among students by providing real-life learning experiences that can serve as a foundation for their active participation as engaged young citizens.

Activities and Projects

Prepodavame.bg

The largest and fastest-growing educational platform for teachers, school leaders, and education experts in Bulgaria. The platform supports the education community by creating and sharing high-quality resources and promoting effective practices from Bulgarian classrooms.

Visit Prepodavame.bg

Advocacy and Education Policy

The Bulgarian education system needs bold reforms — for the benefit of students, teachers, and school leaders. Meaningful change in education must be based on clear arguments and credible evidence.

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NEST Project

New teachers need high-quality support — and so do their mentors. The international European NEST project explores what an effective induction and mentoring program for newly appointed teachers should look like.

Visit Projectnest.eu

Our Values

Continuous Learning

We are committed to ongoing learning and improvement — both as individuals and as an organization. We embrace every opportunity to grow and support our partners and allies in doing the same.

Effective Collaboration

We work closely and effectively with our partners to achieve our shared goal of quality education for every child. We are open, honest, and receptive to feedback, and we take the time to understand different perspectives and adapt our communication and actions accordingly.

Professionalism

We act as ambassadors of our organization and mission at all times. Even in challenging situations, we remain composed, respectful, and professional. We meet deadlines, work efficiently, and communicate with appropriate tone and language.

Entrepreneurial Mindset

We approach challenges with courage and initiative. We seek bold, innovative solutions while maintaining professionalism and focus on long-term impact. We are open to new ideas, willing to step outside our comfort zone, and ready to test new approaches in pursuit of our mission.

Respect and Humility

We treat people with respect, regardless of background, age, origin, religion, sexual orientation, beliefs, or experience. We avoid quick judgments, believe in people’s potential, and remain curious and open to different perspectives.

Long-Term Impact

We work toward sustainable, long-lasting results and prioritize actions with the greatest potential impact. We use data to measure effectiveness and to direct our efforts where they matter most.