As a new teacher just looking for your first school placement, or as a veteran teacher unhappy with your salary, you’ve probably wondered at some point “will teachers make more money in the future?” As it stands, teachers in the United States can expect to earn an average of $61,730 every year — depending on […] More
I’m a 20 plus year veteran teacher. Some days I feel I know a lot. Others, not so much. Most often my epiphanies are classroom related. This time, though, I learned a big lesson about life, and so I must confess that I was today-years-old when I realized that I could have gotten some of […] More
I am slightly “behind on the times” in these days of advanced technology, so when I started hearing about document cameras from my kids, I was quite intrigued! I decided to look them up and see what they were all about. Then I started asking myself another question. How does a document camera help students? […] More
Each year, school districts across the country submit their school budgets for their community members to approve. This is often a largely debated event, as community members question each proposed allotment and why these decisions are being made. Many members are surprised to see how much money is allotted to sports programs and the question […] More
We all know that a teacher’s job extends far beyond the classroom. They form bonds with their students and what to see them succeed in all areas of life. In the classroom, teachers need to be creative with how they motivate their students. At a certain age, candy bars and pizza parties tend to lose […] More
I often think back to my childhood and reminiscence about the days where I would look forward to every seasonal break from school. It seemed like one was already just around the corner: fall break, winter break, spring break, and the grand finale of summer break. Of course, back then I didn’t have to worry […] More
Quickbooks is a popular software for small businesses, and even some clubs and parent groups utilize it’s many accounting functions as well. Whether you are looking for school applications or you need it for your personal life, Quickbooks offers powerful tools and lots of training to make the most of the program. Teachers interested in […] More
Teachers, who often end up spending much of their own money on school and classroom supplies, are often met with difficulty at the end of each year tallying up their work-related purchases. Additionally, many teachers have significant side-hustles or part time jobs to help make ends meet. When it comes to tracking your personal finance, […] More
Hopefully, you’ve had at least one teacher who went the extra mile for you, for instance, by helping you before or after class. Perhaps you gave this teacher a gift or a handmade card at the end of the year to show your appreciation for their dedication and extra time. But can teachers actually earn […] More
Whether you’re an undergraduate student just earning your degree in education, or a teacher who might be looking into options to pay back their student loans, you’ve probably found yourself wondering, do teachers get student loan forgiveness? Many teachers are eligible for student loan forgiveness, but it depends on a few different factors. If you […] More
If you’re a new teacher who just graduated and you’re looking for your first permanent placement at a school, or if you’re looking for a new teaching job, you might be wondering, do teachers get drug tested? At the moment, many school districts do not require their teachers to get drug tested, but it depends […] More
Perhaps you are thinking about going into the teaching field and wonder if it would be a good career choice. Or you’ve noticed very hard-working teachers going above and beyond for their students and wonder, “is their salary as rewarding as their career?” Do teachers make enough money to live comfortably? Maybe you just want […] More