Dear CLTAC Members and Colleagues,
The Chinese Language Teachers Association of California (CLTAC) is proud to announce the Teacher of the Year Award (FY2025). This annual award recognizes one outstanding K–12 Chinese language teacher who demonstrates excellence, innovation, and dedication to student success, and who actively contributes to Chinese language education and CLTAC’s mission and events.
Award & Recognition
Applications will be reviewed on:
Deadline: January 31, 2026
We encourage all members to nominate deserving teachers who inspire students and enrich our field. Together, let us celebrate excellence in Chinese language education!
With appreciation,
CLTAC
The Chinese Language Teachers Association of California (CLTAC) is proud to announce the Teacher of the Year Award (FY2025). This annual award recognizes one outstanding K–12 Chinese language teacher who demonstrates excellence, innovation, and dedication to student success, and who actively contributes to Chinese language education and CLTAC’s mission and events.
Award & Recognition
- $200 honorarium and a trophy
- Recognition at the CLTAC Spring Conference 2026
- Featured spotlight in CLTAC newsletter and website
- Current CLTAC member
- Accredited K–12 teacher with valid teaching certification
- School contact information required for verification
(After-school program teachers are not eligible)
Applications will be reviewed on:
- Teaching achievements
- Curriculum design & innovation
- Technology integration
- Student development & support
- Community service & contributions to CLTAC
- Professional growth & leadership
- Feedback from peers and students
- Advocacy for Chinese Language Education
- Self-nomination or nomination by others
- Submit a two-page application (plus optional recommendation letters)
- Upload materials through our official Google Form
Deadline: January 31, 2026
We encourage all members to nominate deserving teachers who inspire students and enrich our field. Together, let us celebrate excellence in Chinese language education!
With appreciation,
CLTAC
