Do you know a teacher worthy of recognition and celebration?

The Global Teacher Prize is an annual one million dollar award from the Varkey GEMS Foundation to be given to a super-special teacher. One innovative and caring teacher who has made an inspirational impact on their students and their community will receive the reward of a lifetime.

If you’re a teacher currently teaching children in a compulsory setting or between the ages 5-18, you can apply today. If you know a teacher who deserves to win the Global Teacher Prize, you can nominate a teacher.  Why apply for the Global Teacher Prize?  • Potential for national and international recognition of your achievements — Special Commendation for outstanding applicants in each region • Potential to be invited to the Global Education and Skills Forum 2015 in Dubai as one of 10 Finalists •

Potential to win the Global Teacher Prize and receive prize of US$1 million • Potential to have the Varkey GEMS Foundation make introductions to organisations who may be able to support relevant projects submitted by applicants. Click here to apply.

Deadline to apply: October 5th 2014