About Us

TeachersPayTeachers^® is the world's first open marketplace where teachers buy and sell original teaching materials. It was founded in 2006 by Paul Edelman, a former NYC public school teacher.

TpT's mission is to make teachers lives easier by bringing together those who create curricula with those who are seeking fresh new approaches in the classroom. Teachers work hard and deserve extra compensation for all those hours spent lesson planning. Newer teachers and those looking for ideas can save time and leap ahead in competency by learning from veterans. We strongly believe that the ensuing exchange lifts all boats and leads to the better sharing of best practices. In the end everyone wins, especially our students.

Join us as a buyer or seller or both to make your teaching career even more rewarding. We call it Free Market Merit Pay for Teachers. All are welcome.

If you have any questions, feel free to email info@teacherspayteachers.com or use the Contact Us form.