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"A teacher, also called a schoolteacher or formally an educator, is a person who helps students to acquire knowledge, competence, or virtue, via the practice of teaching. Informally the role of teacher may be taken on by anyone (e.g. when showing a colleague how to perform a specific task). In some countries, teaching young people of school age may be carried out in an informal setting, such as within the family (homeschooling), rather than in a formal setting such as a school or college. Some other professions may involve a significant amount of teaching (e.g. youth worker, pastor) In most countries, formal teaching of students is usually carried out by paid professional teachers. This article focuses on those who are employed, as their main role, to teach others in a formal education context, such as at a school or other place of initial formal education or training." Source Wikipedia

The opinion below are the result of my professional experiences as an: historian, webmaster, master teacher, teacher's union vice president and president, parent and grandparent.

Teachers 9/26/26

Teachers Teacher's Role Teacher Union So you have decided to dedicate your life as a teacher. You are entering a field in which you will affect and effect the lives and future of many students. I my self have estimated to have affected the lives of more than 10000 students, hopefully for the better! To be a great teacher you must love children and only want what is best for them in so many, many ways. You have now faced many challenges such as  inadequate salaries and benefits, overloaded classrooms, mediocre administrators, who are often overbearing and some times hostel, reactive or unresponsive parents, minimal supplies, students who come from difficult backgrounds and lack motivation to achieve. My advice is to always stay positive and remember you will be a major part in a young person's life and future. You can make them a better person, citizen and parent. Without quality teachers students will lose the motivation to succeed and to make a contributions to our society. A great teacher must always encourage a student to think, reason and motivate others. You can, if you are motivated, make a difference in a young individual's life. Being a great teacher is one of the most important professions, but don't always expect accolades. Know that you have done what needs to be done. I would highly recommend you join a union! Related Topics and Resources Discipline Safety Guidance Lectures Bulletin Boards Testing Worksheets Homework Grade Books Lesson Plans Games Field Trips Substitutes White Boards  Power Points Activities Library Enrichment  Field Trips Conferences Administration Tips Social Media Tips and Advice Substitute Advice Teacher Violence Blogging Podcasting