Imagine the student who always said they wanted to be a teacher. Now imagine this same student was not only encouraged from an early age but also provided opportunities to cultivate the skills necessary to become a teacher. Then, take it a step further and actually imagine putting our money where our mouth was as […] The post Classroom to Classroom Pipeline: Recruiting teachers post Covid appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

In the 21st century, coding has transcended its traditional boundaries, evolving from a specialized skill into a fundamental component of literacy, akin to reading and writing. The opportunity and the challenge for an educator, then, is to bake coding and computational thinking into the fabric of the curriculum as interdisciplinary tools that can enhance learning […] The post Incorporating Coding into the Curriculum appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

Teaching was my dream job until the new principal/sheriff came to town.  As I sit here typing this submission, I am at home because I need a mental health day.  I have only been at work 30 days since 12 weeks of FMLA  and approximately $15,000 in lost wages due to anxiety and depression. But […] The post When Your School Principal is Mean Jean the Recess Queen appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

The total solar eclipse is a fascinating celestial event that captures the imagination of students and teachers alike. Today, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total solar eclipse will begin over the South Pacific Ocean. According to NASA, Weather permitting, the […] The post 10 Exciting Classroom Activities for the Solar Eclipse in Grades K-12 appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

Every March, the NCAA March Madness showcases the best and brightest in women’s basketball to millions of viewers. And every year, principals and administrators observe teachers for at least 45 minutes to grade their effectiveness as teachers. This is such a high-stakes procedure, as anything can happen that would make the most effective teacher, look […] The post How Principals Should Model NCAA Women’s Basketball Post Conferences to Cultivate Effective, Culturally Intelligent Teachers appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

The looming presidential election this fall provides the kismet to see our last four years through the standard “Are you better off now than you were four years ago?” while posing that same question to ourselves as public educators: Am I, as a teacher in America, better off now than I was four years ago?  […] The post Is Public Education better off now than four years ago? The answer is complicated. appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

Our newest column features stories told directly to our Lifestyle Editor, M. Shaw. These topics are meant to explore stories not told in education. All submissions can be sent to info@theeducatorsroom.com. The Stoney Island High School of Science bustled with the energy of eager students and dedicated teachers alike. Emi navigated the crowded halls with […] The post Echoes of Regret: Keep work relationships professional appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

Transitioning majors in college led me to embrace a role as a floater paraprofessional, eager to explore and support in the realm of education.  “Rutledge, room 32”-  Walking down the hallway you see art on the walls and shiny floors glimpses into other classrooms and you arrive at room 32. Open the door and you […] The post A Lesson in Block Building Left Me Asking: How Might We Support a Paraprofessional Today? appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

In a single school day, teachers make approximately 1,500 decisions. If, in one 45-minute class period, a high school teacher makes roughly 218 decisions as they teach, then they have only a short window of time to create lesson plans, update grades, upload assignments, write emails, and perform other tasks that can distract attention from […] The post The Scaffold and The Lift: Differentiation to support every student  appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more

In the realm of education, one size certainly does not fit all. As educators, it’s our responsibility to ensure that every student, regardless of their abilities or challenges, has the opportunity to thrive. For students with autism, social-emotional learning (SEL) is not just a curriculum; it’s a lifeline – a pathway to understanding, connection, and […] The post Nurturing social-emotional learning for students with autism appeared first on The Educators Room ..read more