misteacher

/ˈmɪstɛtʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is not a certified teacher but claims to be one, often for financial gain.

“The school board was suspicious of the misteacher who had been hired to teach mathematics.”

2. noun

A person who is unqualified to teach but assumes a position of authority.

“The new principal was accused of being a misteacher who was more interested in politics than education.”

Synonyms

  • charlatan
  • impostor

Antonyms

  • educator
  • pedagogue