Black Men Teaching in Urban Schools

This book explores the experiences of Black male teachers in urban schools, highlighting their unique challenges and contributions. Black Men Teaching in Urban Schools offers valuable insights for educators and policymakers.

This volume follows eleven Black male teachers from an urban, predominantly Black school district to reveal a complex set of identity politics and power dynamics that complicate these teachers’ relationships with students and fellow educators. Through their narratives, the book sheds light on the unique challenges and triumphs these educators face in their professional environments. It examines how societal expectations and personal experiences intertwine to shape their identities as both teachers and mentors.

Black Men Teaching in Urban Schools provides new and important insights into what it means to be a Black male teacher. It highlights the significance of representation in education and the impact these teachers have on their students' lives. By sharing their stories, the authors encourage a deeper understanding of the systemic issues that affect Black male educators and how these factors influence their teaching practices.

The book also suggests strategies for school districts, teacher preparation programs, researchers, and other stakeholders to rethink why and how we recruit and train Black male teachers for urban K-12 classrooms. It emphasizes the need for supportive environments that acknowledge the complexities of identity and promote the professional growth of these educators, ultimately aiming to create a more equitable educational landscape.