This article explores the rise of teacherpreneurship — a hybrid identity that blends traditional teaching with entrepreneurial leadership. Tracing the term’s origin to early 2000s discourse in the U.S., the article highlights how teacherpreneurs are reshaping education across the globe through grassroots innovations, curriculum design, social ventures, and community-driven reform. A review of recent literature identifies core competencies (pedagogical, social, professional, personal) that define teacherpreneurs and analyzes the enabling conditions for their success. Drawing on examples from Uzbekistan, Sweden, Jordan, South Korea, and beyond, the article illustrates how teacher-led initiatives are addressing gaps across all levels of education, from early childhood to higher education and vocational training.

Teacherpreneurship, teacher leadership, educational innovation

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