As educator wages struggle to keep up with rising costs of living, teacher bankruptcy unfortunately is far too common. Teacher Bankruptcy – What are the Causes? While in the past bankruptcy was a means of evading creditors, today the pandemic has a more sinister basis. Ranging from poor money management skills to personal calamities such […] More
Field trips are an integral part of a student’s education. Whether it’s a day outing or an educational getaway, field trips should be fun, engaging, and safe. With the current climate surrounding safety within the educational system in the United States, it’s especially important to plan field trips meticulously. New teachers and experienced veterans alike […] More
With a variety of products and low startup costs, Direct Sales can seem appealing as an extra source of income for educators. With stints of “time off” throughout the year, a teacher may have more time to invest than other working adults, but is the time really worth it? What exactly is Direct Sales? Direct […] More
With rising real estate prices across the board, not to mention in locations with a high cost of living already, buying your first home can seem daunting. You may be planning on buying your first home in a few years, but using these tips today will help you slowly start to save for that first […] More
Many teachers desire to not only effect positive changes in the lives that they touch by delivering in the classroom, but by also moving up to administrative positions where they can contribute to impactful changes such as school system planning and curriculum development. Here are 6 Master’s Degree Scholarships to help you meet your professional […] More
If your town is anything like mine, you will see advertisements for multiple children’s consignment sales, especially when the seasons change. After seeing the droves of vehicles at one of these sales year after year, I finally decided to see what all the fuss was about. After experiencing this sale first hand, I realized that […] More
It is no secret that teaching is not the best-paid job in the world. Thankfully what it lacks in financial reward it more than makes up for in other ways. The trouble is those other ways don’t put food on the table. This is where The Moneywise Teacher helps. It gives you great ways to […] More
According to the No Child Left Behind act and Common Core, public school teachers in grades pre-k through twelfth must have a teaching certification—typically the result of an undergrad teaching degree—and must partake in continuing education, earning a set amount of credits or hours per licensing timeframe. Continuing education can take a variety of forms, […] More
Despite one’s best efforts, sometimes costly vehicle repairs are unavoidable. This can be due to an accident, neglect, or a vengeful student skilled at avoiding camera detection in the parking lot. When it comes to these repairs, it is good to know what car insurance providers have special deals for educators, how to save on […] More
Often dubbed a labor of love, there are many challenges associated with the teaching profession. Chief among these challenges is the cost teachers face when continuing their studies or pursuing career development opportunities. This list of six top continuing education scholarships for teachers is most useful for those who are committed to making a lifelong […] More
With tax season upon us, you may be crunching numbers, collecting tax documents, and wondering about a possible refund. There are a few ways for you as a teacher to potentially receive even more of a tax refund! Learn how with these 8 Tax Saving Tips for Educators. 1) Educator Expense Deduction Educators who teach […] More
Although everyone understands the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in the classroom, the cost involved with being a STEM teacher makes many question its benefits. There’s expensive lab equipment. There are chemicals, tools, and supplies. Then there’s the cost of continuing education and professional development, important in all educational disciplines, but especially […] More
So you’re a teacher and you spend tons of time pouring over lesson plans, activities, and resources for the young minds you’re teaching. Whether you’re the super creative who does this daily or an occasional designer of a worksheet here or there, you have the potential to make some side money. How you may be […] More