Proximity Learning Celebrates 15 Years of Excellence
We’re thrilled to celebrate 15 years of Proximity Learning! We aren’t a pandemic-born company jumping on the virtual trend. We are experts in teaching online providing high-quality instruction through certified educators. Our purpose is to serve students, connecting them with the expert teachers they deserve. The goal is to change communities, spreading educational equity one […]
Can Teacher Residencies and Mentorships Help Solve the Teacher Shortage?
It’s no secret that the teacher shortage in the United States has reached critical levels in recent years, with many school districts struggling to recruit and retain qualified educators. Teacher turnover is not only costly but also impacts student achievement, particularly in underserved areas. In response to this crisis, there has been increasing interest in […]
Why Supporting Teachers Transcends Politics
Education is not just a political issue; it’s about the future of our teachers and children. During election cycles, education is often at the forefront, but it’s crucial to approach these discussions with empathy and respect. Teachers play an essential role in guiding students through understanding the political system, policies, and their broader societal impact. […]
Overcoming the October Slump: Strategies for Teachers
As the leaves begin to change and the crispness of fall settles in, many teachers find themselves battling one of the toughest months to teach – October. While fall can bring excitement with its pumpkin-spiced everything and cozy seasonal traditions, for educators, it’s often a challenging time. Responsibilities pile up, long days to host open […]
The State of the Teacher Shortage
The United States is facing an unprecedented teacher shortage, a crisis that has left schools across the nation struggling to maintain the quality of education that students deserve. With classrooms understaffed and qualified teachers in high demand, the effects of this shortage are being felt in both urban and rural districts. Whether it’s larger class […]
Putting Students First With Synchronous Instruction
It seems like a no-brainer that student learning should come first in schools. But when the national teacher shortage crisis interferes, districts simply can’t find the educators they need in their area. Whether it’s an urban inner-city, growing suburb, or rural population, schools across the country are struggling to hire the qualified teachers they need. […]
Strengthening Bonds; Solidifying Purpose
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of spending time with some of my coworkers and their families outside the office. As our kids played together, I couldn’t help but reflect on how much richer the work experience becomes when we build connections beyond the workplace. It reminded me of my time on campus where […]
Top 5 Ways to Bid Farewell to the “Back to School Blues” for Returning Teachers
As the final days of summer slip away and the school year begins to loom large on the horizon, it’s not uncommon for even the most experienced educators—whether teaching in-person or navigating virtual teaching jobs—to feel a twinge of apprehension. The transition from the restful, rejuvenating pace of summer to the bustling demands of the […]
Back-to-School With Remote Education
Is Virtual Teaching Still Important? Virtual learning will not leave schools anytime soon. Between constant technological advancements and the ever-worsening teacher shortage, the best way to ensure students across the United States have access to high-quality education is through synchronous learning. Virtual teaching may have grown in importance during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it has […]
A Guide to ESSER Fund Alternatives
Written: July 2024 Updated: January 2026 The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped how public schools operate and how school districts think about funding. To stabilize classrooms during that disruption, the federal government created the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) program on March 27th, 2020. They established two additional relief programs on December 27, 2020, and […]
