Dreams Deferred: The Journeys of Aspiring Teachers of Color

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In June, EdAllies released a new report "Eliminating Barriers for Teachers of Color in Minnesota: Lessons from Aspiring Teachers" based on the work of the Community Action Team (CAT), seven people of color who seriously considered entering the K-12 teaching profession but ultimately decided on another career path. This report details the barriers that were in place that prevented cohort members from becoming teachers and recommendations for support for potential teachers of color.

In this episode, Josh and Margaret welcome two members of the CAT cohort. After reviewing the abysmal state of Minnesota's teacher diversity, guests Broderick and Jocelyn tell their stories about their experiences trying to become teachers. Guests discuss what made them want to be teachers, their experiences in teacher preparation, what they faced once they entered a school setting, and the ultimate barriers that blocked them from having a classroom of their own.