Join The AATSP
Founded in 1917, the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP) is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive language-specific professional association in the United States. Our nearly 10,000 members are educators from PreK-12 through graduate school who endorse our mission to promote, develop, and advance the teaching of Spanish and Portuguese worldwide.
Members-Only Resources
NEW The AATSP's annual online fairAn event for practitioners to learn about programs of study and opportunities for Spanish and Portuguese speakers. NEW Free access to Language Magazine
All AATSP members get free access to Language Magazine, a monthly publication that provides new information for language educators and professionals. NEW 2025 Calendar
We are pleased to announce our new calendar for 2025!
Stay informed about celebrations in the Spanish and Portuguese-speaking world and learn about AATSP initiatives and professional development opportunities! Click on the image below to view and/or download the calendar in PDF format:
Governance, Service, and Networking Opportunities
✓ Membership in a regional or state Chapter and eligibility to establish a new chapter✓ Eligibility to vote for local AATSP officers and members of the national AATSP Board of Directors
✓ Eligibility for leadership roles for at the local or national levels
✓ Membership in FIAPE (Federación Internacional de Asociaciones de Profesores de Español)
✓ Awards, Scholarships, and Travel Stipends for AATSP Members
Awards, scholarships, and opportunities for students of AATSP Members
✓ AATSP Career Center