Future teachers can find an affordable and flexible path to the classroom through American Board’s certification program. We work to make teacher certification more accessible for career changers, paraprofessionals, and others ready to lead in the classroom. Each year…
For Steven Ness, teaching isn’t just a job—it’s a calling grounded in service, second chances, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to learn and grow. As a 2024 Teacher Scholarship Recipient, Steven honed his skills. Now,…
When a Kansas City-area school district needed a passionate and knowledgeable STEM teacher, they reached out to Mariccia Spearman-Kaki, a local community member with a strong science and healthcare background and a natural ability to teach. She didn’t plan to…
What began as a support role in a school office eventually led Suzanne Crisp to where she was meant to be: teaching in South Carolina. Before becoming a teacher, Suzanne worked as a high school secretary. “I loved interacting…
A Non-Traditional Start with Real-World Perspective Kyle Smith didn’t start his career in a classroom—but everything he learned in business, coaching, and life brought him there. Today, he's teaching in Missouri, leading classrooms in special education math, government, and…
