Modeling a Love of Learning

Modeling a Love of Learning

Teachers at Jackson Academy love helping their students learn and are eager learners. Teachers pursue new pedagogical methods, advanced degrees, offsite workshops and conferences, and on-campus professional development to keep their skills and classes fresh.

Head of Upper School Brandi Richardson believes that offering teachers opportunities to learn builds stronger schools. “Effective, targeted professional development for teachers, administrators, and support staff is critical for schools,” Richardson said. “It is clear that professional development for teachers has a positive impact on students. Teachers’ confidence and self-efficacy improve from targeted and routine professional development, which impacts their ability to lead the classroom and effectively communicate about learning, student achievement, and areas of needed growth for their students.”

Teachers who consistently participate in professional development model a love of learning. “It is important for students to know that teachers, administrators, and support staff are participating in continuing education exercises--it demonstrates a commitment to their students and families,” said Richardson.

Read on to discover how JA faculty members make learning a priority.