American Association Of Colleges For

Washington, DC · Founded 1971

Leading voice and advocate for educator preparation programs across the United States

Primary audience
Higher Education
Work area
Professional Development
Topic
Teacher Education
Contact
Marta Drake
Website Contact

About Organization

The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education represents institutions that prepare professional educators, including teachers, counselors, administrators, and college faculty. Based in Washington, DC, the organization reported $4.6 million in revenue and employs 18 staff members as of 2023.

What They Focus On

Educator Preparation

Strengthening the quality and effectiveness of teacher education programs at colleges and universities

Policy Advocacy

Influencing education policy at federal and state levels to support educator preparation programs

Professional Learning

Providing resources and development opportunities for faculty who prepare future educators

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$4.6M

Assets (2024)

$12.2M

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 — — — —
2023 — — — —
2023 $4,619,181 $5,464,259 $12,209,361 18
2022 — — — —
2022 $4,827,160 $4,941,051 $12,116,715 19
2020 — — — —
2020 $9,319,257 $5,595,345 $13,742,734 18
2019 $5,605,429 $5,386,984 $11,511,733 17
2018 $5,921,730 $5,241,149 $10,728,468 30

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Convene Members

    Bring together colleges and universities to share best practices in educator preparation

  • 02

    Develop Standards

    Create and promote quality standards for teacher education and preparation programs

  • 03

    Advocate Policy

    Influence federal and state policies that impact educator preparation and certification

  • 04

    Support Practice

    Provide resources and professional development to improve educator preparation programs

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Association Of Colleges For

Educator Preparation Advocacy

Advocates for policies and practices that strengthen teacher education programs and educator preparation nationwide

Professional Development

Provides training and resources for faculty and administrators at colleges of education

Member Services

Supports member institutions through networking, collaboration, and shared resources for educator preparation

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Association Of Colleges For.

Janae Blanscet

Janae Blanscet

Special Assistant to the President & CEO
Jeanette Brown

Jeanette Brown

Vice President, Membership Strategy
Jennifer Dorsey

Jennifer Dorsey

Director, Member Operations
Nicole Dunn

Nicole Dunn

Director, Program Administration
Brooke Evans

Brooke Evans

Director, Research & Practice
Gloriatine Jones

Gloriatine Jones

Senior Manager, Member Services & Events
MD

Marta Drake

Chief Operating Officer

Milestones

1971

Organization Founded

1971

Established as tax-exempt organization to represent colleges preparing professional educators

2020

Revenue Peak

2020

Achieved highest annual revenue of $9.3 million during period of expanded programs

2023

Stable Operations

2023

Maintained consistent operations with 18 staff members and $4.6 million revenue

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$867K

Highest Paid

$444K

Lynn Gangone

Compensated Officers

4

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Lynn Gangone President & CEO $382,222 $61,905 $444,127 37.5
Marta Drake Chief Operating Officer $177,640 $16,224 $193,864 37.5
Weade James VP, Organizational Advance $150,989 $11,411 $162,400 37.5
Michael Rose SR. Director Of Government $58,533 $7,655 $66,188 37.5

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
111 Registrations
76 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 76 total

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Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

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Phone

(202) 293-2450

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1 Dupont Circle NW 450 Washington, DC 20036