Membership

Associate Member

Associate Membership is suitable for emerging educators, trainee teachers, teaching assistants, facilitators and professionals developing their teaching identity.

SOTS USA

International-standard guidance for professional teaching excellence.

SOTS focuses on professional identity, ethical practice, standards-led development, measurable learning outcomes, educator recognition and cross-border collaboration.

Page Highlights

  • Ideal for early-career or transitioning educators.
  • Supports access to SOTS resources, guidance and community.
  • Can progress toward full membership through experience and portfolio development.

Professional Purpose

Ideal for early-career or transitioning educators.

Standards & Evidence

Supports access to SOTS resources, guidance and community.

Next Steps

Can progress toward full membership through experience and portfolio development.

No-Refund Policy for Membership

All direct professional membership fees are non-refundable. This includes new membership in any tier, upgrades and annual renewals, however they are paid.

  • No refunds for change of mind, or for unused months or benefits.
  • Application review fees are non-refundable once submitted.
  • Duplicate or incorrect payments are always corrected in full.

Please review the eligibility criteria carefully before you apply and pay.

Read the full Refund Policy