Blogging for teachers: how and why to start a teacher blog.
Teachers are teachers because they care. (But if you’re reading this, I’m guessing you know that!)
They care about the students, the work that they do in their classes, and what happens to them outside of school. Teachers want to make a difference in the lives of those around them.
And that’s exactly why blogging is an aligned business for many teachers: because blogging for business is inherently based on a value-first approach. Blogging is a great way teachers can make an additional impact on society – by sharing their knowledge with others who may not have access otherwise.
In this blog post, we will discuss how teachers can use blogging as a tool for teaching and making money at the same time!
Blogging for Teachers
There are many reasons why teachers decide to start blogging. Some teachers do it for the love of writing, some want to share ideas and resources with colleagues, and others see it as a way to build a portfolio that they can use when applying for jobs.
Whatever the reason may be, teachers have a lot to offer the world. And at the same time – they should be able to benefit financially from those skills and gifts. That’s why blogging can be such a great fit for teachers.
What teachers blog about
1. Lesson plans
Some teacher blogs share lesson plans and ideas. This can be a great way to get feedback from other teachers, as well as find new ideas for your own classroom.
2. Classroom management technique
Many teachers blog about their classroom management techniques in order to help others who may be struggling. This can also be a great way to reflect on your own practices.
3. Writing prompts
For teachers who like writing, blogging about writing prompts will not only help other teachers but give them ideas for their own work as well!
4. Teaching philosophy
If you are passionate about what it is that drives your classroom instruction, teachers blogs where teachers discuss their teaching philosophy can be great resources for teachers and students alike.
5. Achievements outside of the classroom
Many teachers blog about their hobbies or things that they do in order to share those experiences with others who may not have access otherwise. For example, teachers might write a post about an art exhibit they saw on vacation, which gives other teachers an opportunity to learn about art they might not otherwise be able to experience.
6. Educational Specialties
Are you a specialist? Whether you are a Special Ed teacher, a media specialist, or teach AP Biology, you can create a niche blog to help others in your profession and the parents and students that benefit from your services.
Teachers who are teachers of the deaf, teachers in science and math fields can also use blogging to share their knowledge with others.
7. Educational Reform
Are you into the Reggio Emilia approach, or have embraced constructivism? Share your thoughts on educational reform with teachers around the world who are looking for new and innovative ideas. This is a hot topic currently; check out the blog Curmudgucation to get an idea what that can look like.
Blogging for Teachers: How to monetize a teacher blog
Create great content.
There are many ways teachers can monetize their blog, but before you start raking in the dough (or clams or dinero), it is important that you create content that people want to read! The best way to start thinking of content ideas is to look at:
- Your skills as a teacher
- Your personal interested and passions
- What others seem to be most interested in hearing from you
- Things you do differently in your classroom
- Innovations you’ve made
- Unique challenges you’ve addressed
These are all great starting places for what you can personally write about as a teacher that others might benefit from.
Making money from a teacher blog.
The same bullets above can inform how you might monetize your blog as well.
There are some schools that have started offering professional development courses on how teachers can use blogging sites like WordPress to enhance their classroom instruction. These teachers have been using these tools for years and know how they can be used as a powerful tool in the hands of teachers who are ready to make an impact on society through this blog post.
Some ways teachers might make money with a blog include:
- Selling resources they create
- Teaching workshops for teachers
- Making affiliates commission from recommending products
- Earning ad revenue from blog traffic
- Selling sponsored posts or sponsored emails once they build an audience
If you’re not sure where to start, check out blogs written by teachers that are already doing it.
Look for teachers who are working in your school district or teachers that teach the same grade level as you to see what they’re sharing online; ask them how blogging has helped their classroom, students, colleagues, improved student learning outcomes at home with parents!
There are many ways teachers can monetize a teacher blog using affiliate marketing, sponsored posts, and ads. Teachers can even take their blog to the next level by creating an online course.
Making money with a teacher blog is all about sharing useful information that teachers want and need! If you’re looking to make money blogging, then look for communities where teachers are already sharing ideas and ask them how they’ve made it work!
There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to making money with a teacher blog, but there are definitely teachers out there who are making it work. For some inspiration, check out this client’s success story.
Keep these things in mind when making your first steps into the world of blogging for teachers, and you will be on your way to a successful teacher blog.
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