Gigi Zahir had already invested months of her time and hard-earned money into a teacher certification program. She’d done all the coursework online while living in Saudi Arabia, only needing […] Read more: How Gigi Zahir Rebounded from a Setback in Her Teaching Career
Becoming a teacher is one of the most fulfilling professional choices you can make, especially if you’re changing careers. It empowers you to make a lasting impact on young people […] Read more: The Hidden Costs of Becoming a Teacher (Beyond Tuition)
In 2017, just a few weeks into working as a teacher at an international kindergarten in China, Lawrence Edmonds found himself in an unusual meeting with three of his Chinese colleagues. “There was [another] man sitting over to the side and they […] Read more: Why TEACH-NOW was ‘an Asset’ in Lawrence Edmonds’ Global Teaching Journey
The path to the classroom isn’t always a straight line. Just ask Rafael Serna, who has spent 30 years working in education, even if it wasn’t always as a teacher. […] Read more: How Lifelong Learning Led Rafael Serna to a Career in Teaching
Frederick Imadonmwinyi originally set out to be an electrical engineer, but by the time his undergraduate years were ending, he realized he didn’t have a passion for the profession. “When […] Read more: ‘I Needed to Be Where People Were’: How Frederick Imadonmwinyi Became a Teacher
Changing careers or finding a way to meaningfully enhance your professional skills can be a big task. For people becoming teachers, it can involve unexpected turns and the realization that […] Read more: From Psychology to Pedagogy: How Dr. Eddie Johns Found Empowerment in Teaching
Teacher shortages are a significant concern for schools around the nation. But if there’s a silver lining to this persistent problem, it’s the opportunity it presents for new and prospective educators to break into the field. If you’re considering […] Read more: Washington D.C.’s Teacher Shortage: A Challenge That Opens Doors for New Educators
It is rare for a university student to believe in their school’s mission so deeply that they return not just as an alum, but as an employee. That is the […] Read more: From Skeptic to Staff: Jon Dickerson’s Journey in Education
Do you find yourself daydreaming about a career that offers more than just a paycheck? Plenty of professionals reach a point where they want a new role that provides a deeper sense of purpose and connection […] Read more: Should I Become a Teacher? A Self-Assessment Guide for New Career Changers