Whether you’re searching for creative ways to present new material, strategies for classroom management, or simply fresh inspiration, these resources have you covered with tried-and-true recommendations from their own teaching toolkits. Dive in and explore the 86 math resources they use to make their lessons both effective and rewarding.

Each year, we collect and analyze data on all candidates in our program. Our findings highlight a teaching profession that is becoming increasingly representative, from age and gender to race and subject area specialization. As we move forward, this data will continue to shape our efforts to cultivate empowered educators ready to inspire the next generation of teachers. Keep reading to explore the diverse backgrounds and experiences that shape our program.

The right movie can help a person make a decision, research new ideas or even pursue a new career. Individuals who are curious about teaching are fortunate, as they have plenty of inspirational content to help build excitement toward their new path.

The teaching bug can bite anyone at any time, and, luckily for those who get bitten, there are plenty of movies available to nurture that inspiration. We’ve rounded up 14 favorites that are a mix of educational, eye-opening, motivational and heartwarming.

English Language Arts is more than just a subject–it’s a toolkit for essential life skills like critical thinking, effective communication, and personal growth. For those in the Rutgers Alternate Route program, teaching is about more than delivering lessons; it’s about empowering students and each other to thrive. These dedicated educators regularly swap and share innovative strategies and resources to enrich their classrooms.

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted learning for all students, and literacy rates highlight that trend. According to the U.S. Department of Education’s National Assessment of Educational Progress, fourth and eighth-graders scored an average of five points lower on reading than students who tested before the pandemic. Likewise, Chalkbeat Newark reported that 51.6% of Newark Public Schools’ third graders met state reading standards, with that rate dropping to 36.9% in 2023.