During COVID lockdown, educators across the world connected on TikTok through the hashtag #TeacherTok, which evolved from a hashtag into a colloquial term for the community as a whole. During distance learning, educators found inspiration from other TikTok users and had an accessible platform where their frustrations and challenges were validated by their peers.

There is no shortage of research examining the importance of having a racially diverse workforce in schools. The results of countless studies showing social and academic gains for students taught by teachers from diverse backgrounds have compelled districts nationally to intentionally recruit more Black, Hispanic and Asian teacher candidates. But what does the research say about male teachers in schools--specifically those like Miguel who teach at the elementary level?

Technology has become an integral part of education, transforming traditional classrooms into dynamic learning environments. Its benefits are undeniable for both students and teachers. For students, technology can make learning more interactive and fun, which can help students stay focused and interested in the material. It can also help students learn how to work together effectively and complete collaborative projects more efficiently. For teachers, technology makes it easier to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students, including students with learning disabilities who require accommodation.

The latest cohort of Rutgers Alternate Route program completers enrolled in the second-year Supervised Provisional Teaching II course are receiving their micro-credential for Reflective Teaching after a full year of examining their professional practice for the purpose of improving their instructional performance.

Each spring Rutgers Alternate Route hosts an insightful Twitter chat addressing growth mindsets and nurturing habits of mind that foster continuous improvement and growth for K-12 students. The online event, open to all program teacher candidates and guest educators, takes place on social media to enable site-wide synchronous communication and interaction with colleagues not affiliated with the program.

One of the best parts about summer is spending as much time as possible outdoors—the perfect antidote to the cold months spent inside.

Luckily, it’s easy to get outdoors in New Jersey.

Our state is full of beautiful natural resources, from miles of the Atlantic Ocean’s coastline to the roaring Paterson Falls and so much more. In addition to experiencing New Jersey’s natural landscape, there are many opportunities to learn more about the state’s past and appreciate its place in American history.

In honor of Great Outdoors Month, we’ve compiled the best free and low-cost activities to do outdoors this summer.

Conferences and webinars are simple ways to brush up on best practices, discover new methods to connect with students, network with other professionals and much more. Even better? Many professional-development events are free to attend!

As a gift to our educator community, we’ve put in the work and rounded up 32 summer conferences, from June to August. The majority of these opportunities are virtual and free, making professional development accessible for all.

Veteran and new teachers alike are expected to understand their students’ learning disabilities and make the appropriate accommodations. That’s why new teachers enrolled in with Rutgers Alternate Route invest time identifying and studying research-based practices and other resources that help their special education students excel.

These 11 articles are ones that new teachers enrolled with Rutgers Alternate Route have found helpful to their goals of creating an inclusive classroom for students with learning disabilities. We hope they will help other teachers who are looking to build supportive learning environments in which all students can thrive.

Teacher Appreciation Week is a beloved week for us at Rutgers Alternate Route, as we love celebrating our candidates past and present, as well as our trusted partners. 

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12, 2023), many businesses are celebrating educators by offering exclusive discounts. Teachers can redeem coupons for school supplies, insurance and auto repair deals, clothing discounts, and more. 

In January 2022, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that seriously increased representation for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students and educators.

The bill ensures that the “contributions, history, and heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are included in the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for Social Studies for students in kindergarten through Grade 12,” according to a press release from the Governor’s Office.

New Jersey is the second state to require AAPI history as part of its public school curriculum, following Illinois. By incorporating AAPI history into schools, students with AAPI heritage feel better represented and the material helps fight harmful stereotypes.