What is the GAE Aspiring Educator Program?
GAE Aspiring Educators is Georgia’s union for future public-school teachers. We’re more than benefits; we’re a statewide student-led movement building power in every campus and community.
We believe future educators should have a say in the profession they’re entering. That’s why we organize, advocate, and act together. That's why we are free for college students to join.
What do we offer?
Other groups offer liability insurance and call it a day. We build power.
GAE is part of a statewide and national union movement. That means you don’t just get liability protection; you get a voice.
Whether you're fighting for paid student teaching, the ability to honestly teach history, or respect on campus, we give you tools, training, and community to make change.
2025-2026 GAE Aspiring Educators Executive Board
President: Ayniah Payne, Clark Atlanta University
Vice President: Susana Pacheco, Georgia Southern University
Secretary: Brianna Webb, Dalton State College
Membership Chair: Taylor Pollock, Kennesaw State University
GAE At-Large Member: Lanaé Lewis, Clark Atlanta University
National Awards
Young Harris Chapter - NEA AE Project of the Year Winner
