The school was an important part of the community. There never was a lot of money to be made. It was always long hours, with lots of homework. Teachers always wanted and needed to continue learning, mostly at their own costs. I do not know of any teachers that encourage their children to follow their profession.
Many teachers actively discourage their children from teaching.
Although in many cases, these teacher-parents will never see any desire in their children to become teachers. Teacher's children attend school, often the same school their parents are teachers. Children are very sensitive to the attitudes and feelings of those around them, especially adults. They see the lack of respect and hassles teachers receive from other kids, parents, and administrators. They see the lack of involvement and support of the community for the school and children.