Ways Retired Minnesota Educators Can Stay Connected

Educators make a difference, and not just in the classroom. If you’re a retired (or soon-to-retire) educator, AARP Minnesota and the Retired Educators Association of Minnesota (REAM) offer ways to stay involved—through volunteering, community education and advocacy on issues that affect older Minnesotans.

AARP’s roots are deeply connected to education. AARP founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, was a retired educator who believed people deserved dignity, security, and purpose as they aged. In 1947, she created the National Retired Teachers Association, now known as NRTA: AARP’s Educator Community.

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How retired Minnesota educators can connect

In Minnesota, retired school employees can connect through the REAM, an independent, member-led organization affiliated with NRTA: AARP’s Educator Community. REAM advocates for pension security and offers ways to connect through meetings, newsletters and events. Learn more at the Retired Educators Association of Minnesota website.

Why former educators make strong volunteer

As an educator, you’ve built skills that matter in the community—listening, explaining complex topics and bringing people together. AARP Minnesota offers flexible volunteer roles that can fit your schedule, whether you’re newly retired or just looking for a new way to give back. Educators volunteer with AARP Minnesota in many ways, including:

• Grassroots advocates: Share community perspectives with policymakers on issues affecting older adults.
• Speakers team volunteers: Give talks to community groups on caregiving, fraud prevention, Social Security, brain health and more.
• Fraud fighters: Learn about current scams and help others spot and avoid them.
• Community ambassadors/event volunteers: Help host events, greet attendees and share resources.
• Community outreach volunteers: Share trusted resources at fairs, festivals and local events.
• Information Center volunteers: Connect people with resources at AARP’s Information Center at the Mall of America.

Ready to get involved? Start by exploring current volunteer roles with AARP Minnesota.

If you’re ready to use your experience in a new way, explore volunteer opportunities with AARP Minnesota and find a role that fits your interests.

Once an educator, always a changemaker.