Geoffrey Malcomson, a Struthers High School teacher of twenty seven years, has been well-liked among students while still being a great instructor.
Even though currently a science educator, he debated on majoring in theater for sound and lighting design.
As someone who teaches many classes, Malcomson has found that his favorites are the ones that include parts of each field of science and ones that can be applied to most students.
“I like them all for different reasons, but I like the integrated nature of the environmental sciences. It has elements of all the branches of science along with some social studies. I also think it has the greatest application for the average student,” said Malcomson.
As a track official, he knows how to manage his everyday life and plan for any unforeseen events to come.
Malcomson doesn’t find the difficulty in actually teaching, rather he finds the difficulty in new rules non-educators throw at him.
“The most difficult part of teaching comes from the external pressures of government on the education processes. Non-educators dictate much of what happens in public schools, and it can create some real problems for those of us doing the work,” said Malcomson.
The father always puts his students first, as long as they do their best he will be in their best interest.
His young scholars of different ages make his job joyful and interesting with their many different personalities.
“I may not look it, but the students keep me young at heart. I enjoy learning about their lives and especially about what they are up to after they leave Struthers,” said Malcomson.
In addition to being a great instructor, he is a good cook that loves to travel around to new places.
