"Those who can't do, teach. Those who can't teach, teach gym class."

This classic quote is usually told as a joke, but unfortunately, there are a lot of people who actually believe this silly myth. It's one that we should debunk right away, and in fact, it's pretty easy to do — there is a long list of people who taught and also accomplished plenty in every field.

We can start by looking at Albert Einstein, the man who came up with a theory that now forms the foundation of modern physics. Einstein was a lecturer in both the Czech Republic as well as Switzerland before fleeing Europe to avoid the Nazi takeover.

Robert Frost, who wrote one of the most famous poems in the history of the genre, was a teacher, first at the high school level and then at a University in New Hampshire. In music, massive names like Sheryl Crow, Scott Joplin and Sting all worked as educators either before or during their music careers. 

While mulling over this list of people who worked in education, you may be wondering if you have what it takes to be a teacher yourself. Luckily, we can answer that question for you. Sharpen your pencil, put away your devices, and get ready to find out if you are the type who can mold the minds of the youth.