Who were most often teachers in bureau school?

In early bureau schools (the term "bureau school" generally refers to schools run by a central governing body, like a city or state bureaucracy, as opposed to private or church-run schools), teachers were most often young, unmarried women. This was true across much of the 19th and early 20th centuries in many Western countries. Several factors contributed to this:

* Lower Salaries: Teaching wasn't a high-paying profession, making it more accessible to women who often had fewer economic opportunities than men.

* Societal Expectations: Women were largely expected to be caregivers and educators, fitting the perceived role of a teacher. It was considered a suitable profession for unmarried women.

* "Temporary" Career: Many women saw teaching as a temporary job before marriage. They would often leave the profession after getting married and starting a family.

It's crucial to note that this was a generalization and not a universal truth. Some men did teach, particularly at higher grade levels or in specialized subjects. However, the vast majority of teachers in bureau schools during this period were women.