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How To Create a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom

Relationships are one of three fundamental human needs according to Self-Determination Theory (SDT).1 In some cases, students may not get this need fulfilled at home, which often leads them to seek…

Posted on May 06, 2025

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How To Become an ESL Teacher

Moving to a new country can be a major transition. In addition to integrating into a new culture, immigrants and their children often need to learn a new language. Some teachers specialize in working...
Posted on November 26, 2024

Teacher Residency Programs and Apprenticeships

For the sake of this article, let me introduce you to Eliza Garmond, a 48-year-old teacher’s assistant at her local school in Alabama. She has just found out about a way to teach and get paid at the...
Posted on November 05, 2024

Top Alternative Jobs for Teachers

People often seek a teaching degree for a variety of reasons. Some are motivated by a desire to work in the classroom and make an impact on students’ lives, while others are driven by a passion for...
Posted on October 29, 2024

Early Childhood Education Careers: Where Will Your Future Take You?

Do you enjoy spending time with young children? Do you have a knack for relating to and connecting with kids? If so, then perhaps a career working with children could be in your future. There are many...
Posted on October 08, 2024

How To Be a Good Substitute Teacher

If you thrive on change, enjoy meeting new people and like to immerse yourself in many different teaching settings, from public schools to private, then a career as a substitute could be a great...
Posted on August 20, 2024

10 Qualities of a Good Teacher

Those who can, do; those who can’t, teach. — George Bernard Shaw1Do you agree with the above statement? As an elementary school teacher of eight years and a professor in the education field for 10...
Posted on August 13, 2024

What Is the Best Grade to Teach? Pre-K Through 12

The decision to choose a grade level to begin your teaching career can include many different factors and questions. You may be wondering, What grade should I teach? and What is the best elementary...
Posted on July 16, 2024

How To Get Into Teaching as a Second Career

If you're seeking greater fulfillment in your career, it may be time for a change. You may find teaching as a second career to be meaningful because it may allow you to have a positive impact on the...
Posted on July 02, 2024

Benefits of Implementing a Buddy System in Schools

When K–12 students come to class on the first day of school, they all share a similar hope. That hope is to find a friend. The search often begins as soon as they arrive at school and sit in their...
Posted on June 18, 2024
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