Teacher

Amid national teacher shortages, community colleges are stepping in, launching teacher-training programs traditionally found in four-year colleges.

A Brooklyn speech and debate teacher was on the verge of going broke after spending thousands of dollars of his own money to help his students compete in Ivy League tournaments — until a popular Instagram page got wind of his story.

A Regional School District 8 substitute teacher has been arrested, according to Acting Superintendent Scott Leslie. The school district said they can’t comment on the specifics of the arrest, but said “the safety and well-being of students and staff is and will always be the first priority.” Leslie said that students and staff members weren’t ever placed in harm’s...

Gov. Ned Lamont won’t push for lawmakers to renew executive orders requiring certain state employees and teachers either get vaccinated or tested for COVID-19. Lamont said Thursday those mandates aren’t among the 11 mandates he’s recommending the General Assembly extend when his emergency powers expire on Feb. 15. Both the large number of people who’ve gotten vaccinated and the...

It’s been a chaotic week for parents as students headed back to school during the latest Covid surge and winter storms.

“The ‘public service’ sector is much larger than people think.”

Educators can deduct up to $250 each in eligible expenses on their taxes. In 2021, that includes any money spent on Covid-19 masks, soap and more.

CNBC, in partnership with Acorns, celebrates financial literacy leaders who demonstrate a commitment to educating those who are often left behind.

OECD data indicates that salaries for primary teachers with 15 years of experience are highest in Luxembourg, where educators earn $101,360 on average.