Tag: education

[Blog] Back to School: Educators Still In High Demand

Measures are being taken to combat the continued teacher shortage, or, at the very least, get qualified teachers into the classroom faster. New certified teachers are at an all-time low in PA. However, for those that do meet certification requirements, the PA Department of Education is taking quicker action to supply those certificates. Level I […]

A Career as a Paraprofessional

The title “Paraprofessional” in our educational system can become a bit confusing when you consider the amount of jobs that fall under that umbrella. Depending on the school, Paraprofessional may refer to a Teaching Assistant, Teacher’s Aide, Personal Care Assistant, etc. While Paraprofessional roles do not typically require a bachelor’s degree, some school districts may […]

[Blog] Attracting Gen Z to Teaching

Teacher shortages have been widespread since the pandemic – an easily determinable turning point in education. However, dwindling graduates with education degrees pointed to a shortage long before the pandemic delivered a devastating blow. The numbers are staggering. According to Pew Research Center, education degrees accounted for about 4% of the total number of degrees […]