2009

Primary school teaching is for women, more men needed

The number of male teachers in primary schools has plummeted by more than 300 in four years, as classrooms become even more female-dominated. In 2003, 5207 men were teaching in government primary schools – almost 22 per cent of teachers – but by last year their numbers had dropped to 4893 and were threatening to […]

A man who cares for children

MenTeach E-News – February 2009

1) I know why you picked teaching 2) Women supporting male teachers 3) Being falsely accused by students seeking revenge 4) Research about male teachers in Europe 5) Where are all the men? A parent’s perspective 6) Why can’t I get a job? 7) See a future, potential member of male teachers 8) Just Say […]

The Importance of Male Teacher on television

2006 CAYL Schott Fellow Kitt Cox and CAYL VP of Public Affairs Julia Campbell will be on WHDH Channel 7’s Urban Update on Sunday, March 8th at 11:30 AM. Kitt and Julia will be discussing the lack of male teachers in early care and education.

Men Teacher events in New England, USA

The CAYL Institute will sponsor at the Men’s Interest Forum Reception on Friday, March 27, 5 – 6:30 PM, at the MassAEYC Conference. The network MenTeach – New England (Men in Education Network) will be on hand to answer questions. This event is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information and to RSVP, […]

Tips for dealing with false accusations

[MenTeach asked a teacher who was falsely accused what advice he would give other male teachers. You can read his story.] My advice for teachers who are in similar situations: Don’t assume your employer will back you, even if they tell you that. Insist on contacting the police and state officials…this is the law. Get an […]