The Teach Maine Center talked to 250 teachers across the state about what they love about teaching in Maine. Their responses were universal.
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Small, Tight-Knit Communities and Schools
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Access to Maine's Natural Beauty and the Ability to Make it Your Classroom
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Teacher Autonomy
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Commitment to Students and Education
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A Great Quality of Life
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Strong Educator Support Network and Connections With Other Educators
“I think what’s incredible about being an educator is that you get to explore your own passion while also helping students realize what their passion is…Maine really has this culture of teachers helping teachers, and that collaboration is vital to our success.”
-Ally Gilbert, High School Science Teacher
“Seeing the kids when their eyes pop open when they figure it out. That’s what it’s really all about for me”
-Rich Jamison, Automotive Instructor
“Having moved here from California literally knowing no one, within a couple years I felt really integrated into this community…In Maine as a teacher I feel really loved and respected.”
-Emilie Throckmorton, High School English Teacher
“One of the things I love about teaching in Maine is the access that we constantly have to the outdoors.”
-John Dietter, Middle School Social Studies Teacher
