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Published on Oct 23, 2018
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Education always seems to be a hot topic of conversation. For teachers this is not just a job, but a way of life. It is a calling. Sometimes, it is beneficial to be reminded of why teachers choose to teach. Not only is knowing the “why” important for the students, but it is important for teachers and their practice. Knowing why we do something helps us understand ourselves, can help drive and motivate us and can help us cut out some not-so-healthy practices, habits or clutter in our lives. This got me thinking. Why do my fellow teachers teach? Do they know their “why”? What better way to find out than to ask?
A few colleagues and I had an opportunity to survey some fellow teachers about the reason why they teach. What started like any other survey ended up becoming quite a powerful learning experience. The results were so moving that I was inspired to compile them into a list of the top reasons why teachers do what they do. Read our top ten reasons, share with your fellow teachers and never forget WHY you teach!
If you feel called to start a career in teaching for any of the reasons above, consider joining our prestigious College of Education at Grand Canyon University. Visit our website or click the Request More Information button on this page to learn more about beginning a life in education.
