Send us your thoughts about this week's episode!The education system faces a significant gender imbalance with too few male teachers, largely due to the substantial pay gap deterring men from entering the profession. This absence particularly impacts boys who benefit from seeing themselves represented in educational leadership.• Only 3% of Pre-K and kindergarten teachers are male, with representation increasing to just 43% by high school• Male teachers earn approximately $30,000 less than other college-educated men ($65,000 vs $95,000)• Research shows boys often respond differently to male teachers who are less likely to perceive them as disruptive• Many male teachers eventually leave the classroom for higher-paying administrative roles• Both genders bring unique perspectives that children need for balanced development• Male presence is especially important for children from homes without father figures• Simple words of encouragement from male figures can have lasting impacts beyond what's immediately visible• Supporting current male educators while advocating for better teacher pay is essentialIf you have male family members in education, remind them of the impact their presence has in schools, even beyond direct teaching moments. We need to recognize and value our educators appropriately for the critical role they play in shaping future generations.Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. New episodes every Tuesday! Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslpLike, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email at [email protected]! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Our Words Matter Consulting

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