Membership Benefits

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Science Education Journey

Joining NSTA means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing science education. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, access top-tier learning resources, or make a meaningful impact on the future of STEM education, NSTA membership provides the tools and support you need.

Your Community Connection

Conferences
NSTA’s Fall and Spring conferences bring together thought leaders and educators in science and STEM education from around the globe. As a member, you enjoy exclusive discounted rates to attend these invaluable events, where networking and collaboration thrive.

Discussion Boards and Listservs
Engage with NSTA’s online community through our discussion boards and listservs. This platform allows members to discuss various topics with peers, seek advice, or share innovative ideas. Harness the collective expertise of the science education community right at your fingertips.

Member Committees
Take an active role in shaping the future of science education by applying for an NSTA committee. Our most dedicated members contribute their time and expertise to help drive initiatives, develop educational programming, design, host web seminars, and advance our mission. Volunteering on a committee is a rewarding way to make a significant impact.

Influence the Future of NSTA
As a current member, you can vote on key association issues and select representatives to serve on NSTA’s Board of Directors. Your voice matters in steering the direction of our organization.

Grow Your Career

Awards, Competitions, and Recognition Programs
NSTA is dedicated to promoting excellence in science and STEM education. We offer many awards, competitions, and recognition programs that allow educators to showcase their hard work and dedication and earn the recognition they deserve.

Career Center
Our Career Center provides a centralized resource for members to explore new employment opportunities in science and STEM education, recruit for open positions, and access valuable career-building resources—all in one convenient location.

Enhance Your Knowledge

Journals, Books, and Other Publications
Members gain free or discounted access to our award-winning journals, books, and publications, ensuring you stay informed on the latest research and trends in science education.

Standards
Familiarize yourself with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which emphasize meaningful learning over rote memorization, foster connections to the Common Core, and encourage research-based practices applied in real-world contexts.

Professional Learning Courses and Units
Participate in NSTA’s Professional Learning courses and Professional Learning Units, earning Continuing Education (CE) credits through our flexible online asynchronous learning opportunities that enhance your expertise.

Web Seminars
Stay ahead in your professional development with NSTA’s timely web seminars. Topics include the latest in science education, leadership, career development, and more, all accessible from the comfort of your desk.

What Our Members Say…

“I value my membership in NSTA because I found people in this community who believed in me, before I believed in myself. They gave me the confidence to pursue leadership positions within my district, state, and national level and helped me to become a better educator and leader. NSTA has provided me with a community that inspires me to grow personally and professionally."

- Jodi Bahr, Science Teacher, Harvard Middle/High School

“As a new NSTA member, I was so excited to learn about all the resources available to educators. I am enjoying networking with others that have more experience teaching and am looking forward to attending professional development opportunities."

- Kanako, New Orleans, LA

“NSTA membership has helped me stay in the loop as a college student!"

- Nora A., Preservice

“I love NSTA's free educator resources, but now that I am a member, I'm excited to learn about new opportunities and resources available to me!"

- RaeAnna W., Columbus, OH

See the Full Value of NSTA Membership

Resources and Benefits	NSTA Members	Non-Members
Access NSTA Discussion Forums and Listservs	✓	Not eligible
Daily Do Lesson Plans (sensemaking tasks)	✓	Not eligible
Digital Journal Access - Connected Science Learning (In school and out of school STEM learning)	✓	At cost
Digital Journal Access- Journal of College Science Teaching (Postsecondary)	✓	At cost
Digital Journal Access - Science & Children (Elementary)	✓	At cost
Digital Journal Access - Science Scope (Middle School)	✓	At cost
Digital Journal Access - The Science Teacher (High School)	✓	At cost
Discounted Print Journal Subscription	✓	At cost
Discounts on joint membership with NSTA Chapters & Associated Groups	✓	Not eligible
Discounts on NSTA Press, NSTA Kids, and other publications	✓	Not eligible
Free or discounted access to NSTA Web Seminars	✓	Not eligible
Free or discounted rates on Professional Learning Units (PLUs) and courses	✓	Not eligible
Hold elected office (Board of Directors, Leadership Council)	✓	Not eligible
NSTA Awards, Competitions, and Recognition opportunities	✓	Eligibility Varies
NSTA Career Center	✓	Access to job board only
NSTA Reports (e-newsletter)	✓	✓
NSTA Weekly (e-newsletter)	✓	Not eligible
Reduced rates on NSTA’s Fall and Spring Conference registration	✓	Not eligible
Serve on an NSTA Committee	✓	Not eligible
Write for the NSTA Blog	✓	✓
Write or review for NSTA Journals (peer-review process)	✓	✓

Membership in NSTA is one of the best professional development investments you can make. Join 35,000 dedicated teachers, science supervisors, administrators, informal educators, home educators, scientists, and business and industry representatives committed to science education.

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