The 2025 AMLE Conference delivered everything middle level educators could hope for: inspiration, collaboration, and a whole lot of heart. And right in the middle of the buzz? Search Associates (SEARCH), bringing global opportunities and international energy to Indy!
Senior Associate Brian Lettinga took to the workshop floor to present on paid international teaching internships—a session that drew curious future educators, veteran teachers looking to expand their horizons, and school leaders eager to build global pathways for their students. The atmosphere was electric, the questions nonstop, and the excitement contagious. The exhibition hall was filled with inquiry!
From hallway conversations to booth-side chats, middle level educators showed exactly why this conference is such a highlight each year. The energy was just right—a perfect blend of curiosity, passion, and that signature AMLE enthusiasm that makes everyone feel like they’re part of something bigger.
Educators walked away inspired not only by the incredible keynote speakers, hands-on sessions, and innovative ideas but also by the realization that international teaching is more accessible than ever. With Search Associates leading the way, new teachers and seasoned professionals alike left Indianapolis thinking:

What if my next classroom is across the world?
What if my next opportunity changes everything? Where might I teach next?
A huge thank-you to AMLE for creating such a vibrant space for middle level educators to connect, learn, and dream big. The 2025 conference set the tone for an exciting year ahead—and Search Associates is thrilled to be part of the journey.