With Grit and a Big Heart

What does it take to become a teacher today and how does one become a teacher? With Grit and a Big Heart: A Beginner’s Guide to Teaching covers the ins and outs on becoming a teacher from receiving a teaching license, working with students, colleagues, and parents, and confronting some of the social and political issues that dominate American society today. This book covers urban, suburban, and rural school settings and is intended for both teachers and anybody interested in the teaching profession.