Colorado teacher exchange programs

Members pay a small annual membership fee. Colorado has participated in various international teacher exchanges since the early s.

In November,, a group of Colorado teachers on exchange in Adelaide, South Australia, were impressed by the excellent Australian support group sponsored by that education system. They thought there should be a similar group in Colorado for international teachers coming to the state, as well as for past, present, and future Colorado exchange teachers.

In early , a core group of individuals held an organizational meeting and then met with the Colorado Department of Education, the Colorado Education Association, and the Fulbright program. We also provide encouragement to Colorado educators throughout the exchange process. CITEL has evolved into a well-organized network of educators dedicated to sharing, supporting and promoting the concept of international educator exchanges. Inbound and outbound educators and their families must be flexible, self-reliant and able to accept different ways of seeing and doing things.

Those who are better prepared for such an exciting year abroad will get the most out of it. CITEL members who have completed the exchange experience serve as mentors and friends to those preparing to go overseas and to educators who have just arrived in Colorado.

CITEL strives to help everyone realize all the benefits of their exchange year, here or abroad. Through periodic activities, events, and personal contacts, CITEL provides the vehicle for bringing together past, present and future Colorado exchange educators with current international exchange educators.

Informal mentoring and friendships enrich the experience for those preparing to go overseas and for those spending the year in Colorado. For returning educators, CITEL aids in the re-entry process and also provides a way to utilize, share and extend their exchange experiences. CITEL hosts numerous events and activities throughout the year. Are you interested in having foreign exchange students in your local high school?

Click the link below! Global friendship starts with local action. Volunteer to host a student today! Change the world, one family at a time. Explore a new culture and experience a new way of life. Become an exchange student! Opportunities to get involved throughout the state are available today! When you host an exchange student, you will: Gain a new family member Experience a new culture Create lifelong friendships Make a positive impact. Learn More.