Superhero Educator

High-performing educators easily equate to superheroes. Since educators have the power to transform lives and provide tremendous hope, the superhero analogy is well-suited. With superior skills and success, SUPERHERO EDUCATORS make the world a better place. To gain SUPERHERO EDUCATOR status, novel training and learning must occur. We evaluated educators in both urban and non-urban environments over the past two decades, and identifiable qualities for successful teaching surfaced repeatedly. After countless conversations and observations, contemplating what characterizes great teachers, we coined the term SUPERHERO EDUCATORS. Every successful teacher has special "powers" and puts those powers into practice on a daily basis. This book provides the blueprint for teachers to become true SUPERHERO EDUCATORS. While reading this book you have the opportunity to reflect on your strengths and weaknesses. Where there are areas that need improvement, this book will be your roadmap for success. Where there are areas of strengths, this book will help you maximize outcomes. SUPERHERO EDUCATOR: How to Teach with Superior Skills and Success is an indispensable handbook for all educators. New and future educators will find the information valuable as they shape their teaching philosophy and develop their delivery skills. Experienced teachers will be able to refine their teaching talents and learn novel ways to grow professionally. Any individual who influences others through education, instruction, and training will greatly benefit from this book. Let this book be your guide as you continue on the path towards SUPERHERO EDUCATOR status.
About the Author: Dr. Steve Gerner is a professor, educational strategist, author, and driven leader passionate about developing high-performing educators that directly impact all students' success. Relentlessly driven to improve student performance, much of his work centers on teacher quality, city education, and classroom management. Dr. Gerner started his career as an elementary school teacher and principal. He still influences the field of education as well as the business community through powerful presentations and relevant teaching. Professor Eugene Pitchford III is a professor, scholar, leader, author, husband, father, and the #1 sports fan in America. He is passionate about helping educators become equipped to meet the challenging demands of being successful in a school environment. Eugene often speaks on urban education issues as well as motivational speaking for schools, community organizations, and parent groups.