Suraasa, the leading platform for teacher workforce development & global teacher mobility, has successfully closed a significant funding round led by Reach Capital, with participation from ETS. The round also saw participation from prominent strategic investors. With this funding, the company plans to further its mission of enhancing teacher quality, ensuring educators are equipped to meet global standards and integrated into diverse educational systems worldwide.
Suraasa equips teachers with the pedagogical skills and resources that enable them to experience career satisfaction and continuous advancement. The platform offers competency-based skilling programmes that prepare teachers for international classrooms and global mobility. It combines upskilling with teacher recruitment solutions to connect educators to opportunities worldwide. Its innovative approach aims to bridge the gap between educational systems worldwide, allow educators to seamlessly integrate into schools globally, and raise the bar for teacher preparation and mobility.
Commenting on the funding, Jennifer Carolan, the Managing Partner of Reach Capital, said:
Schools in the U.S. and worldwide are facing acute teacher shortages, which Suraasa is addressing by training a global teacher workforce. Reach was drawn to Suraasa for this reason and was excited to invest when we observed how the team respects, celebrates and dignifies the teaching profession. Through training, placement and continuing education, Suraasa is a teacher-first organization that values the complex and important work of educating future generations.
Suraasa’s comprehensive programmes equip educators with the skills to succeed in international classrooms, addressing the growing demand for qualified teachers across borders. By combining upskilling with teacher recruitment solutions, the company ensures teachers are prepared for global challenges and connects them to opportunities in schools worldwide.
Emal Dusst, the Managing Director of ETS Capital, added:
At ETS, we believe that educators are the cornerstone of any education system; they are the ultimate force multiplier that will shape the future of learning. Growing teacher shortages across the country necessitate finding new pathways into the profession. With our investment in Suraasa, we’re excited to help schools and districts tap into a rich, highly skilled global teacher community. Together, we are creating a world where teachers are equipped to thrive across diverse educational systems.
This investment positions Suraasa to accelerate its growth and reach in teacher education and recruitment. It also creates a world where educators can seamlessly move and thrive in international teaching environments, helping meet the growing global demand for quality teaching professionals.
