Suraasa, a teacher workforce development & global teacher mobility platform, has successfully closed a significant funding round led by Reach Capital, with participation from ETS Strategic Capital, NB Ventures, TSM ventures, TRTL Ventures and other prominent strategic investors.
The fresh funding will be used to accelerate its growth and enhance teacher quality, ensuring educators are equipped to meet global standards and get integrated into diverse educational systems worldwide to meet the growing global demand for quality teaching professionals.
Previously, Suraasa had raised $1.2 million in seed funding led by Inflection Point Ventures with participation from NB Ventures, SuperMorpheus, Vinners and SucSEED Innovation.
Suraasa’s founder, Rishabh Khanna, said, “The global shortage of qualified teachers is a critical challenge, and solving it requires innovation and a deep commitment to the future of education. We are excited to welcome Reach Capital, ETS, and other strategic partners who share our vision of empowering teachers and transforming education systems globally. These partnerships are a testament to the impact we are creating, and together, we will accelerate the movement toward a world where teachers are equipped to thrive in any classroom, anywhere.”
Jennifer Carolan, the Managing Partner of Reach Capital said, “Schools in the U.S. and all over the world 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.”
Emal Dusst, the Managing Director of ETS Capital said, “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, and with our investment in Suraasa, we’re excited to help schools and districts tap into a rich and highly skilled global teacher community. Together, we are creating a world where teachers are equipped to thrive across diverse educational systems.”
The company said that it works closely with schools across borders to understand their specific hiring requirements, then matches highly skilled Indian teachers with these schools, ensuring both parties’ needs are met. By combining upskilling with teacher recruitment solutions, Suraasa said that it ensures teachers are prepared for global challenges and connected to opportunities in schools globally.
