Hiring Educators: A Critical Perspective - Noor Qureshi

Hiring Educators: A Critical Perspective - Noor Qureshi - Dated: October 25, 2024

Educators, commonly referred to as teachers, hold a unique position in society, playing a critical role in shaping the minds and character of future generations. They are far more than ordinary professionals; educators act as role models both academically and behaviorally, influencing the development of children in profound ways. Hence, the process of hiring educators should be handled with utmost care and insight.

In most educational institutions, the hiring of teachers is typically managed by HR professionals, alongside other concerned individuals, such as school principals or department heads. While this approach covers the candidate’s subject knowledge, pedagogical skills, and professional expertise, it often overlooks a crucial dimension: the educator's personality and emotional intelligence.

This is where the role of a talented psychologist becomes essential in the hiring panel. Psychologists can assess aspects of a candidate that are difficult to measure using conventional interview techniques, such as soft skills, personality traits, and values. By observing the candidate's body language, mannerisms, speech, and behavior, a psychologist can provide deeper insight into whether the individual possesses the qualities necessary to be an effective role model for children. This level of scrutiny is important, especially considering that educators are tasked with nurturing young minds and building a future society based on empathy, respect, and integrity.

Another important factor in the hiring process is reference checks, often obtained from current or previous employers. However, these references may not always present a complete picture of the candidate’s personality. Supervisors might overlook certain behavioral patterns, and friends may hesitate to provide a critical assessment. To address this, hiring panels should consider requesting access to the candidate’s social media profiles. By reviewing their online presence, a psychologist can gain further insights into their character, beliefs, and values.

It’s important to emphasize that not every graduate with a teaching degree is necessarily suited to be a great educator. A true educator does not merely transfer education to children, nor simply deliver knowledge or make students experts in certain subjects. Rather, an educator transforms education, creating a learning experience that transcends academic instruction. They pass on not just knowledge, but wisdom—a deep understanding of life and values that will guide students long after they leave the classroom.

Great educators are the cream of society, embodying a combination of academic brilliance and moral integrity. They should be seen as caretakers of the future, not just facilitators of academic success. We are building a society, not just producing individuals for the commercial market. Educators must be capable of transforming their own knowledge into a dynamic, behavioral model for students to follow.

Ultimately, the hiring process for educators must go beyond traditional qualifications. It should focus on identifying individuals who are capable of transforming education, inspiring students not just in academics but also in their personal growth and behavioral development.

Noor A.S. Qureshi

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