2006
Going on a school retreat – #4
[MenTeach Note: We’ve asked a man who just finished his teaching program to write about his teaching job. We’ll post each of his journal entries during the year. Post your comments here for him to read – and of course, wish him luck!] As I write this, I am currently laying down in a nice […]
Read MoreKid Teacher works on his classroom – #3
This has been an exciting week to say the least. On Tuesday, I had new teacher orientation. This two hour long meeting basically covered our insurance benefits, 401K and a TON of paperwork. I had no clue what a 401K was until Tuesday. I’ve heard the term used here and there, but I didn’t […]
Read MoreMannies Are the New Mary Poppins
Britney Spears may not be setting the pop music tempo for the world right now, but Mama Federline’s influence is being felt in at least one way: the sudden craze for mannies. Male nannies, that is. Ever since the onetime pop princess was spotted with 28-year-old Naval Academy graduate Perry Taylor (who served on the USS Iwo Jima) […]
Read MoreThe World Series – #6
Wow! Is time ever flying by or what?!? I’m already to the middle of October. Things are starting to get better (at least for now). The past two weeks were rather rough, but I finished off Friday on a HUGE positive note. Let’s venture back two weeks…. (it feels like a long, long time […]
Read MoreQuestions from a student for male elementary school teachers.
I have thoroughly enjoyed perusing your site. I am an aspiring teacher in my junior year at Arizona State University. I am currently enrolled in an adolescent development class which requires a research paper. Being a 36 y/o male, I chose the topic of the role of men in early childhood education. I have found […]
Read MoreHow to become a certified teacher
MenTeach has been in correspondence with an organization helping people get their teacher certification. Here’s what they’ve told me: Earn Your Passport to Teaching A Respected, Efficient and Cost Effective Route to Becoming a Fully Certified Teacher Take your first step towards pursuing a rewarding teaching career with Passport to Teaching. Offered by the American […]
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