We believe strong teachers often come directly from the communities they serve. Brent Clayson is one of those teachers. After receiving an American Board scholarship, Brent completed his certification and began teaching special education. Today, he helps students build…
There are people in every community who would make great teachers. They’ve built careers, supported families, and stayed connected to their communities. Serving as coaches, librarians, mentors, they know the students in their community. They care about students. They…
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If you’re thinking about becoming a teacher but aren’t sure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many aspiring educators know they want to make a difference but aren’t certain which path makes the most sense. That’s why so many…
If becoming a teacher is something you’ve been thinking about, the hardest part is often figuring out where to begin. The process can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re balancing family and a full-time job. The good news is that…
One of the most common misconceptions about becoming a teacher is that you need to go back to college for another degree. For many adults—career changers, parents, veterans, and paraprofessionals—that assumption alone can stop the journey before it even…
Wisconsin special education teacher Stephanie share's her path to teaching story. Read on to learn her story, in her words. Hello! I'm Stephanie Poplin. I'm excited to share my story as a Special Education teacher, and how American Board helped me…
Brad Burkhardt’s journey to becoming a teacher and coach begins right where his career now thrives—his hometown of Macon. “I grew up in Macon, I love this town and this school district,” he says. Today, Brad serves in several…
A Long, Winding Path to the Classroom Celebrating our Homegrown Heroes, we asked American Board graduate Mike Hemphill, Missouri teacher, to share his experience. Below, he details what led him down the a long road to teaching. Mike also…
Jillian Discovers Her Path to Teaching Jillian’s experience as a working-mom-turned-teacher begins in her hometown, where she grows up, works, and eventually finds her calling. She says she worked “at a local gym part-time and as a paraprofessional in…
