Tag Archives: Teacher Training

In-Service Day!

Today was an “in-service back from Christmas vacation” day for me. During this day, we worked on our school improvement plan. Our committees met and we completed our proper paperwork. I have noticed that in the just the short five years that I have been teaching, teaching requirements have changed drastically. Each year, teachers are required to complete more paperwork, more documents, and more surveys. Some of the demands are coming from administration, but much is coming from higher powers such as the state and the nation. Schools are asked to compile lists of proof of success and research based … Continue reading →

What Are Lateral Entry Teachers?

There is an increasing teaching shortage nationwide. Many states and schools are looking to alternatives in order to fill the empty positions. One such program is the lateral entry teacher. This program may also be called “Alternatives to Licensure.” The program basically allows professionals who have a bachelor’s degree or higher to entry the teaching field prior to receiving their teaching license. The individuals will be issued a temporary license, which allows them to teach while taking classes about teaching in a classroom. While this does allow the school districts to fill the empty teaching positions, it also allows people … Continue reading →