Being A Black Male Teacher in AMERICA - Episode 8

Black male teachers make up 2% of the teaching population.  It is imperative that we have more representation in this area!  I have been teaching for fourteen years and the lens that I have in education is unlike any other.  Our perspectives matter.  Our presence matters.  We matter!

My entrance into a classroom is a statement that we belong here.  Throughout my time in the classroom, I have learned that my presence puts other black and brown students at ease.  I have been the only Black male teacher in one district in Pennsylvania and the only Black teacher in another district as well.  It has not been easy, yet I take great pride in who I am and who I represent. 

This podcast today is just a peep into my journey.  I believe that it may offer some insight to what some of us face as the small minority in education.  I also understand what we signed up for when we step into the classroom.  I can emphatically say to every Black male teacher listening that you did sign up to be a father, mentor, expert, disciplinarian, confidant, big brother, and excellent teacher!  It's  a heavy load, but you can bear it with the help of those you surround yourself with and much prayer 😄.

Thank you for listening!

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