Selecting a career can be a daunting challenge, and it’s likely that when you were making this decision, you had helpful guidance from parents and teachers. High school teachers especially serve as role models and mentors in important times of transition for students. Many kind, patient souls yearn for this purposeful, meaningful work. But before […] More
With beautiful beaches, landscapes, and tight-knit communities, Hawaii is known for being a place where your dreams of living a beautiful island life can come true . Do you live in Hawaii and are thinking about becoming a teacher? Or are you looking for a change in scenery from the states of the mainland? Here […] More
You think you want to be a teacher but you’ve got some ink. But, you wonder, “can teachers have tattoos?” The answer is of course! Go right ahead! But also, maybe not so fast. The ability to have a visible tattoo proudly displayed for students and parents to see depends on the district and […] More
The work of an elementary school teacher is an important one, although surrounded by misconceptions. As with any career it has highs and lows, but what are some of the pros and cons of being an elementary school teacher? If you are considering becoming an elementary school teacher, be prepared to examine your values. The […] More
“I want to become a teacher!”, is an incredible aspiration and also quite an extremely vague statement. The teaching profession allows the educator a wide-range of job opportunities. What are the different types of teaching jobs? There are many. This article will give a basic description of each. Although every teacher has similar roles and […] 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
Schools are made up of hard working individuals that have a variety of roles to help meet the needs of all students. These employers range from the caring bus driver focused on making sure students arrive at the school safely; to the teacher working extra hours to help her students succeed. Have you ever wondered, […] More
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, teaching was a highly challenging career choice. Yet, every year thousands of new teachers enter the profession, embracing both the rewards and challenges that come with it. Here are just some of the reasons why teaching can be both rewarding and challenging. Reward: Watching Students Grow and Learn By […] More
Have you ever considered what you can get out of your education degree besides teaching K-12? Maybe you’re a new teacher who isn’t convinced with your decision, or you haven’t found the right fit, you’re looking to make some extra money, or you’re a veteran who is looking to change things up after many years […] More
Teachers have always been underappreciated and underpaid. Whether you teach preschool or high school, chances are you spend overtime hours planning for your instructional time, yet you likely never get paid overtime. You probably have to purchase materials with your own money as well. Let’s not forget the increasing responsibilities that come with standardized testing, […] More
So, you’ve decided you want to be a teacher: what now? Education is a wonderful field with many benefits where you will be doing important work, however it isn’t always well compensated. If you are eager to know what kind of teachers make the most money, you’ve come to the right place! It is important […] More
Teachers: Consider Picking Up Another Class Wait! Don’t click away just yet. I’ll give you a moment to wipe up the coffee you just spewed onto your computer screen. I know, I know. The only reason you’re reading this post is to distract yourself from the stack of ungraded papers on the desk next to […] More