MPB Teacher Ambassador Program
To complete your application, please ensure you have the following documents ready to upload at the end of this form: A Resume (Required), Short Bio (Required), Letter of Support from a supervisor, administrator, or coach (Required), Statement of Interest (Optional)
SECTION 1: Applicant Information
Purpose: logistics, communication, and geographic balance
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
School Name
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School District
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School Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
County
Count
Current Position / Title
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Grade Level(s) You Teach
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Early Childhood
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Other
Primary Content Area(s)
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English
Math
Science
Social Studies
Other
Other Grade Level(s) you Teach
Other Primary Content
Years of Teaching Experience
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1–3
4–7
8–15
16+
SECTION 2: Availability & Commitment
Purpose: set expectations early and avoid attrition
Are you able to commit to a one-year Teacher Ambassador term?
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Yes
No
The program includes three in-person meetings and two virtual meetings. Are you able to attend these meetings if selected? These would take place at our agency: 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, Mississippi 39211
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Yes
No
Maybe
If you selected "Maybe", please explain
Are you willing to actively share MPB resources with colleagues, students, and your professional networks throughout the year?
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Yes
No
SECTION 3: Experience with MPB
Which MPB resources are you familiar with?
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MPB Television
MPB Radio
PBS LearningMedia
MPB Digital Education Network (DEN)
MPB eLearning Courses
None yet
How did you first learn about MPB’s educational resources?
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SECTION 4: Leadership & Outreach
Describe any leadership roles you currently hold or have held
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(e.g., department chair, mentor teacher, instructional coach, presenter, committee member)
How do you typically share resources or ideas with other educators?
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Informal conversations
Email
Professional learning communities (PLCs)
Social media
Conferences/workshops
Other
If you selected "Other", please explain.
SECTION 5: Ambassador Mindset
Why are you interested in serving as an MPB Teacher Ambassador?
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How would you share MPB resources with educators, students, families, or your community if selected?
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What perspectives, needs, or ideas from your classroom, school, or region would you want to bring back to MPB?
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SECTION 6: Communication & Social Presence
Are you comfortable sharing MPB content on social media?
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Yes
No
Occasionally
If yes, which platforms do you use professionally?
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Facebook
Instagram
X (Twitter)
LinkedIn
Other
Professional social media handle(s):
SECTION 7: Supervisor Awareness
Purpose: transparency and buy-in
Has your administrator or supervisor been informed of your interest in this opportunity?
Yes
No
Not yet, but I will inform them if selected
SECTION 8: Final Acknowledgement
I understand that the MPB Teacher Ambassador Program is a service and leadership opportunity requiring active participation throughout the year.
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Yes, I understand and agree
If selected, I agree to serve as a positive and professional representative of Mississippi Public Broadcasting.
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Yes
SECTION 9: Documentation
Resume
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Short Bio
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Letter of Support from a supervisor, administrator, or coach
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Statement of Interest
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