Why Explorica teachers are the best | Teacher Appreciation Week 2017

We may be biased, but Explorica teachers absolutely rock. We consider ourselves lucky that our customers are people who have dedicated their careers to enriching the lives of students. When you surround yourself with that kind of positive energy all day, how could you NOT love your job?

So, during this teacher appreciation week, we would like to share (just a few of) the reasons that make Explorica teachers the absolute best.

1. They’re in it for the students.
   In the initial stages of trip planning, one of the first questions that comes up is: Why? Why do you want to go to Greece? What is it about London and Paris that is calling you? The answer is always ‘For the kids’. Our teachers want to take their lessons outside the classroom, and make learning fun and engaging for their students. Instead of just reading Shakespeare, they can walk the streets that inspired his plays; Greek mythology suddenly becomes real when the students are staring up at the Acropolis.
2. They work hard. Really hard.
   Teachers who travel with Explorica love their job and their students so much, they’re willing to dedicate after-work time to making the trip a success. From after school planning sessions with their program consultant, to hosting parent meetings, teachers are constantly hustling behind the scenes to give the kids the best experience possible.
3. They do their homework, too.
   You don’t think teachers got to where they are today without any work, right? When it comes to educational travel, there are lots of options out there. Our teachers have done plenty of research and know that they are absolutely choosing the best option for their students. From 100% customizable itineraries to personal fundraising pages for each kid, the teachers work with Explorica to make the trip a reality for every student.

Explorica staff note:

It’s really touching to see how hard some of my group leaders work to organize fundraising and community sponsorships for their travel programs and specific students, who otherwise wouldn’t be able to take part.  It truly is a labor of love for them, to be able to afford their students the opportunity for such a transformative experience. – Sheila Moynihan

So, from all of us here at Explorica to all the teachers out there: THANK YOU! We love working with you to craft unforgettable educational experiences for your students.