Michael Beyer—Pencils Down: Career journeys of educators who left the profession, and what we can learn from the crises in education

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English - December 11, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings
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About the Author

Michael Beyer was an award-winning, National Board Certified K-12 teacher and principal. He transformed a school on the south side of Chicago, then led the merger of two schools, one being the wealthiest in Chicago and the other in the Cabrini Green housing development. Since leaving education he has worked as real estate broker, Chief of Staff of an environmental nonprofit, and currently a change management consultant. Mike served overseas in the US Air Force and has received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, two master’s degrees in Art History and Education, and a doctorate in Education Leadership. Mike is married to his wife of more than twenty years, with whom they have two children. They reside in Oak Park, Illinois. Mike is available for consulting, coaching, and speaking engagements and can be reached via LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/mmccbeyer