1.0 Introduction The teaching career in the educational context is commonly seen with a greater number of women than men. Paton (2013) stated that research has found that “men are discouraged from applying for jobs in primary schools because working with young children is seen as a female profession”. This perception leaves questions about the existence of male teachers especially at the primary level. Jamieson (2007) mentioned the huge difference between women and men at the primary level, “women outnumber men four to one.” Therefore, it has been clearly demonstrated that males have a strong belief and perception that teaching career accommodates females rather than males. Retaining more male teachers in the educational context can be beneficial not only for student learning but also for various other aspects. Therefore, to make an effort in calling for more male teachers, this essay will further discuss the factors that influence men in choosing teaching as a career. 2.0 Factors Influencing Men in Choosing Teaching as a Career Based on several studies, there are some reasons that lead to the scenario of men showing less preference in the field of teaching. One of the recognized reasons is low income. The teaching profession is assumed to be a low-wage career (Nato, undated). Community perceptions were identified as the second factor. Last but not least is the fact that the teaching career is seen as a female profession rather than both a female and male profession. 2.1 Low Income Men in common are the breadwinner in a family: a man believes that if he wants to get married and have children he should be able to provide for his wife and children. I think this is as true today as it was when my father in the 1950s... middle of paper... man's work' The Telegraph, available at: http://www.telegraph.co .uk/ education/educationnews/9849976/Teaching-in-primary-schools-still-seen-as-a-womans-job.html, (accessed: 04/16/14) Smith. J., (2013) The Happiest and Unhappiest Jobs in America, available at: http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/03/22/the-happiest-and-unhappiest-jobs- in-america /, (accessed: 04/18/14) Verel, P., (2012) Being the Breadwinner Still Large Part of Male Identity, Study Finds, available at: http://www.fordham.edu/ campus_resources/enewsroom/archives /archive_2501.asp, (accessed: 18/04/14) Weissmann, J., (2011) 'Are teachers paid too much? How 4 Studies Answered 1 Big Question,” The Atlantic – Reference Blog, Published: 04/11/11, Available at: http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2011/11/are- teachers-paid- too much-how-4-studies-answered-1-big-quest/247872/, (accessible: 18/04/14)