# Suraasa > Suraasa is an edtech company that builds a career-long professional development system for school teachers. It offers internationally recognised teaching qualifications, upskilling courses, skill assessments, AI teaching tools, and job placement for teachers, along with CPD and hiring solutions for schools and advisory for governments. Founded 2017 by Rishabh Khanna and Ankit Khanna. Offices in Noida (HQ), Gurugram, and Dubai. 700,000+ teachers across 50+ countries; 15,000+ schools globally. Funded $7.2M (Series A 2024, Reach Capital and ETS Strategic Capital). Top 10 Finalist, Global EdTech Prize 2025 (T4 Education). ## Start Here - [Home](https://www.suraasa.com): Overview of Suraasa for teachers and schools. - [For Teachers](https://www.suraasa.com/teachers): Teacher-facing hub covering qualifications, jobs, tools, and community. - [For Schools](https://www.suraasa.com/schools): School-facing hub for upskilling, hiring, and teacher assessment. - [About Us](https://www.suraasa.com/about): Company background, mission, founding team, and funding history. - [FAQs](https://www.suraasa.com/faqs): Common questions about programs, accreditation, and enrollment. - [Contact Us](https://www.suraasa.com/contact-us): How to reach the Suraasa team. ## PgCTL and Qualifications - [PgCTL — Professional Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning](https://www.suraasa.com/qualifications/professional-graduate-certificate-in-teaching-learning): Suraasa's flagship qualification. 100% online, 10 modules, 10-12 months. ATHE UK Level 6 Diploma in Teaching, OFQUAL regulated, 102 UK credits. Three milestones: Learning Pathways (10 modules), Communication and Language (English fluency), and Placement Program (job placement support). Rated 4.89/5 (2,047 reviews). Starts at Rs 6,700/month EMI. - [Award in Teaching](https://www.suraasa.com/store/qualifications/award-in-teaching): 6-week ATHE UK Level 6 qualification on online teaching and learning. $532 USD. - [Certificate in Teaching — Assessment and Evaluation](https://www.suraasa.com/store/qualifications/certificate-in-teaching): 8-week ATHE UK Level 6 qualification covering assessment and evaluation techniques. $800 USD. - [All Qualifications](https://www.suraasa.com/store/qualifications): Full listing of Suraasa qualifications including the M.Ed. (12-month online Master's degree via International Teachers University). - [All Certifications](https://www.suraasa.com/store/certifications): ATHE UK Level 6 certifications and Dubai KHDA mandatory professional development courses (6 KHDA-required courses, $163 USD, in English and Arabic). - [Short Courses](https://www.suraasa.com/store/courses): Around 30 self-paced courses on pedagogy, classroom management, assessment, and professional development. Includes a free Introduction to PgCTL course. - [Talk to a Mentor](https://www.suraasa.com/talk-to-a-mentor): Book a free 30-minute guidance call with a Suraasa counsellor before enrolling. ## CPAT — Pedagogy Assessment - [Comprehensive Pedagogy Assessment of Teachers (CPAT)](https://www.suraasa.com/cpat): 60-minute, 50-question online pedagogy test with global benchmarking. 154,000+ teachers from 80+ countries; rated 4.67/5. Six domains: Curriculum, Pedagogy and Technology; Student Engagement; Learning Environment; Assessment and Data; Ethics and Values; Teacher Growth. ## Free AI Teaching Tools - [Lesson Plan Generator](https://www.suraasa.com/ai-tools/lesson-plan-generator): Generates structured lesson plans from subject, grade level, and learning objectives. - [Quiz Generator](https://www.suraasa.com/ai-tools/quiz-generator-ai): Creates quiz questions from any topic or learning outcome. - [Assignment Generator](https://www.suraasa.com/ai-tools/ai-assignment-generator): Builds assignment tasks aligned to curriculum goals. - [Handout Generator](https://www.suraasa.com/ai-tools/handout-generator): Produces student-facing handouts and reading materials. - [Narration Generator](https://www.suraasa.com/ai-tools/narration-generator): Converts lesson content into narrated scripts for online or recorded delivery. - [Free Lesson Plan Templates](https://www.suraasa.com/lesson-plan): Ready-to-use lesson plan formats across subjects and grade levels. ## Teacher Jobs and Teaching Abroad - [Teaching Jobs](https://www.suraasa.com/jobs/teacher): Job board with 100-plus new teaching roles per week. Free for teachers. Includes Suraasa Verified school listings. - [Teach in USA](https://www.suraasa.com/teach-in-usa): Program and guidance for teachers seeking US school placements. - [Apply for US Schools 2026](https://www.suraasa.com/apply-for-us-schools-2026): Application pathway for teachers targeting US schools in the 2026 hiring cycle. - [Teach in UK](https://www.suraasa.com/teach-in-uk): Information and pathways for teachers targeting UK schools. - [Teach in UAE](https://www.suraasa.com/teach-in-uae): Resources and guidance for teachers seeking UAE school roles. - [Teach in Dubai](https://www.suraasa.com/teach-in-dubai): Dubai-specific information including KHDA requirements and the local school landscape. - [Teaching Jobs Near Me](https://www.suraasa.com/teaching-jobs-near-me): Local teaching job search for teachers in India. ## For Schools - [Suraasa SURE](https://www.suraasa.com/suraasa-sure): Systematic Upskilling with Results and Evidence. A 10-month subscription CPD program for schools running a 5-step cycle: Baseline CPAT, weekly learning, expert masterclasses, real-time monitoring, and Endline CPAT across 6 pedagogy domains. - [Teacher Recruitment for US Schools & Districts — Suraasa Hire](https://www.suraasa.com/schools/hire-usa): Places classroom-ready teachers through a 36-step quality process with a 90-day replacement guarantee. ## Teacher Development Centers - [TDC Overview](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-development-centres): Suraasa's blended offline learning channel. PgCTL Executive is delivered at prestigious partner school campuses — monthly weekend sessions (8 hours each) combining international faculty via live video, cohort peer activities, classroom practicum, and online self-study. Active and upcoming locations: Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Gurgaon (NCR), Chennai. - [DSB International School, Lower Parel, Mumbai](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-development-centres/dsb-international-school-lower-parel): TDC inside Urmi Estate, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Cohorts 1 and 2 are underway; Cohort 3 starts October 10, 2026, admissions close September 26, 2026. - [Kunskapsskolan, Gurgaon](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-development-centres/kunskapsskolan-gurgaon): NCR's first international Teacher Development Center at Kunskapsskolan DLF Phase I, Gurgaon. Cohorts 1 and 2 are underway; Cohort 3 starts October 10, 2026, admissions close September 26, 2026. - [Surana High Tech International School, Chennai](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-development-centres/surana-high-tech-international-school-besant-nagar-chennai): Chennai's first international Teacher Development Center at Surana High Tech International School, Besant Nagar. Cohort 1 is underway; Cohort 2 starts October 10, 2026, admissions close September 26, 2026. ## Events and Community - [International Teachers Olympiad](https://www.suraasa.com/international-teachers-olympiad): Annual global teaching competition open to teachers worldwide. $9 entry; $40,000-plus in prizes. - [Teacher Impact Awards](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-impact-awards): Awards recognising outstanding teachers nominated by their schools. - [Teachers Matter](https://www.suraasa.com/teachers-matter): Community campaign celebrating the teaching profession. - [Masterclasses](https://www.suraasa.com/masterclasses): Live masterclasses on pedagogy, career growth, AI in teaching, and classroom practice. Free. - [All Masterclasses](https://www.suraasa.com/masterclasses/all): Full on-demand library of 60-plus recorded masterclasses. ## Guides and Resources - [Blog](https://www.suraasa.com/blog): 295-plus articles on pedagogy, teaching careers, lesson planning, classroom management, and international teaching. - [How to Become a Teacher](https://www.suraasa.com/how-to-become-a-teacher): Step-by-step guide covering qualifications, entry routes, and timelines. - [Teacher Interview Questions and Answers](https://www.suraasa.com/teacher-interview-questions-and-answers): Preparation guide for teaching job interviews. - [Classroom Management](https://www.suraasa.com/classroom-management): Resource guide on behaviour, engagement, and environment strategies. - [B.Ed Degree Guide](https://www.suraasa.com/bed-degree): How B.Ed qualifications relate to international teaching credentials. ## Optional - [Get the App](https://www.suraasa.com/get-app): Download links for the Suraasa mobile app (Android and iOS). - [Careers at Suraasa](https://www.suraasa.com/careers): Open roles at the company. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.suraasa.com/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Use](https://www.suraasa.com/terms-of-use) - [Cookie Policy](https://www.suraasa.com/cookie-policy) - [EULA](https://www.suraasa.com/eula)