Join our Executive Board: A professional opportunity you will be proud off!

We hope your semester is off to a meaningful and successful start. As we continue strengthening our regional chapter, we are excited to announce that we are now seeking committed, creative, and enthusiastic members to join the AATSP–Upstate New York Executive Board.

Serving on the Executive Board is more than a volunteer role, it’s a distinguished professional opportunity that can meaningfully elevate your résumé and broaden your impact in the field of world language education. Here are just a few reasons to consider joining us:

Professional Leadership Experience
Board service demonstrates initiative, collaboration, and leadership—qualities valued across all educational institutions. It’s an excellent way to showcase your commitment to advocacy, program development, and community engagement.

Networking & Visibility
Being part of the board connects you with colleagues across New York State and the national AATSP network. You’ll be at the forefront of shaping events, conferences, and professional development opportunities for Spanish and Portuguese educators.

A Voice in Regional Programming

Your ideas and expertise can influence the workshops, student events, and resources we provide to educators and learners throughout our region.

Career Growth & Skill Building

Board members gain hands-on experience with event planning, communication, budgeting, outreach, and leadership—all highly transferable skills that strengthen any CV or promotion portfolio.

A Chance to Make a Difference
Joining the board means advocating for language education, supporting teachers, and enhancing student opportunities in meaningful and lasting ways.

We currently have openings in several positions, and we would love to talk with you about how your strengths may align with our chapter’s needs. Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned educator, your voice and perspective are valuable.

If you’re interested—or even just curious—simply reply to this email by Wednesday, December 10, 2026.  We’d be delighted to share more information and answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for all you do to promote the teaching of Spanish and Portuguese in our region. We hope you’ll consider taking this next step with us.

Warm regards,
Gerardo Cummings
President, AATSP Upstate New York Chapter