as in teachers
a person whose occupation is to give formal instruction in a school
a preceptor at a small English boarding school
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Supporters of the change counter that the governor — who has to answer to a broad base of interests — would be less susceptible to education special interest groups, including teachers unions.
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Students submit their test scores, transcripts, a personal essay, two letters of recommendation from teachers and sit for an interview.
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In that case, the city issued 22 subpoenas to financial and social media companies seeking information regarding the two instructors and their associates, according to court documents.
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Jones agrees that patience is key in working with kids with disabilities, something that's emphasized in the training for instructors.
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These moments have shaped Pryor’s thinking about teaching and educators’ responsibilities.
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Nearly 200 educators attend to share best practices in leadership and teaching.
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“Preceptors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preceptors. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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