Abstract
This article provides valuable insights into the professional identity of modern teachers. The actual problem of a modern teacher is his professional image, which ensures the status of a teacher in society. The article reveals the meaning of the concept of “image”, the history of the origin of the term, and its introduction as a phenomenon of social expression. The role and importance of developing the professional image and its components in the modern education system are considered. This study answers three research questions about the role of the image in the teacher’s professional activity, what is the teaching nature of the other half of the image, and how self-esteem in the educational process affects the development of a professional personality. It aims to integrate and synthesize the research findings presented for a comprehensive understanding of the topic. Research findings suggest that teacher professional identity can provide valuable insights into the long-term development and adaptation of professional identity in response to changing educational landscapes and societal expectations.