FROM THE CEO: Teaching should feel within reach

Abstract

The traditional pathway into teaching delays exposure to the realities of the work. At the same time, tutors, paraprofessionals, and others who are already working with young learners are not traditionally treated as being on the pathway into the teaching profession. PDK CEO Jeanie Lee explains how Educators Rising gives middle and high school students opportunities to explore teaching, building the front end of the educator pathway. More systems that reduce costs and create a seamless transition into teaching are needed.