More Than Just A Job: Stories Of Teachers Who Deserve An A+ [npr.org]

Alicia Doktor 5/9/184:00 AM

Teachers across the country are pushing for better pay and increased school funding. They consistently make less than other college graduates with comparable experience — even though, for many teachers, working with students is more than a full-time job.

There are long days in the classroom, clubs and activities, planning and grading, and the many after-school hours spent with students.

Earlier this spring, we asked NPR Ed readers to send in stories of teachers going to great lengths to help students succeed in and out of school. We heard from hundreds of you. Many of you said that every teacher you know fits the bill.

[For more on this story by CLARE LOMBARDO, go to https://www.npr.org/sections/e...ers-who-deserve-an-a]

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