Being a teacher is one of the most fulfilling experiences, albeit always challenging. Educators must ensure that their students grow into responsible, knowledgeable adults while also pursuing their...
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Getting Fired As a Teacher: How and Why Teachers Lose Their Job
Teachers are trusted to work closely with young and vulnerable members of society. They also significantly influence the lives of their students. With such a crucial role, how do we decide what is...
10 Reasons Why Your Students Don’t Listen to You (And How You Can Fix It)
How frustrating is it when you are explaining something to someone, but blatantly they are not listening? Welcome to the life of most teachers, who often see their words fall on deaf ears as they...
Female teachers make up a larger proportion of elementary school teachers, meaning children are more likely to be taught by a female teacher than a male teacher at the elementary level. Is this trend...
Why Do Students Not Pay Attention in Class? (And What You Can Do About It)
Most teachers would tell you that they find teaching to be immensely exciting and rewarding. Yet, that is not to say that it’s all smooth sailing. One of the biggest frustrations teachers face is...
More than ever, kids need physical activity and breaks in their day. Regular recess time improves concentration, social skills, and physical activity. Punishing students for a particular reason by...