Like almost every other profession, teachers aren’t immune to firing. Even in the case of tenured teachers, there are situations where they may face disciplinary action or even termination. The teaching profession comes with regulations, that when breached, can result in teachers getting laid off. Other external factors like budget cuts due to recession could

Most of us enter the teaching profession because we love to work with children and want to help prepare them to be responsible adults. We enjoy our jobs and always want to do the best for our students. But while we may be passionate about the job, this may not always be reflected in how

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between homeroom and classroom teachers or even wondered whether they can be used interchangeably, you’re not alone. Both terms are often used interchangeably, which can confuse parents and students new to them. The truth is that teachers who fulfill these roles have different responsibilities as they focus on

Professors hold an esteemed position in academia and are highly respected for their expertise in their fields of specialty. They’re also paid higher than other instructors at the pre-tertiary levels and do not have a lot of classroom management responsibilities, since they deal with adult students. That said, various factors influence the compensations that professors

Teaching is considered a noble profession in every part of the world. After all, most of us had to pass through the instructions of a teacher to get to where we are now. But despite society’s appreciation of the critical role teachers play, teachers are notoriously underpaid, with many struggling to make ends meet. This

We’ve all heard complaints from students about why we as teachers can’t simply dish out grades. That would serve as our contribution to their lives and future success. The perception is that it wouldn’t cost us anything. Some even go as far as to ask their teachers whether they could pay them to bump up