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| AAE Executive Director Gary Beckner Responds to WalletHub’s 2014 Best and Worst States for Teachers List |
| posted by: Alana | October 09, 2014, 04:00 PM |
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Wallethub.com just released it’s 2014 Best and Worst States for Teachers list. The list considered a wide range of factors including salaries, teacher to student ratios, school spending, and more. The purpose of this list is to spark a conversation about teachers’ earnings and their ability to meet the challenges faced in their positions. So to drive the discussion, they came to AAE Executive Director Gary Beckner for his take on the issue. Here’s what he had to say: What are the biggest issues teachers face today? “K-12 education reform has become the number one domestic issue. The teaching profession is rapidly changing. Educators have always had difficult jobs but the next generation will be tasked with preparing students for careers in an ever-changing global economy.”
“Professionalism and autonomy can go a long way. Budgets will always be finite; we need to create a system that allows for professional growth and creativity. Educators deserve to be rewarded for taking on new and exciting roles.”
“As the founder of America’s largest non-union educators’ association, I believe professional organizations better serve modern teachers. Educators deserve protection, piece of mind, and opportunities to develop professionally. When teachers are supported, they can put their focus back on what really matters – students.”
“There is no “one-size-fits-all” place for educators. Examine what drives you and match your vision for education with a school that fits that model. Public charter schools and online programs are giving teachers flexibility and paths to innovate. Consider all of your options and where students need you most.”
To see where your state fell on the 2014 Best and Worst States for Teachers list, check out this interactive infographic below, courtesy of Wallethub:  How would you answer WalletHub’s four questions? Comment Below.
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