I've noticed a lot working as a 1st year teacher. Being a PE Teacher at my Middle & High School has been very interesting so far. I don't have a ton of equipment, so I'm trying my best to do my best with what I have. I'm working to get grants and more equipment for my students to be able to teach a variety of sports, games, and activities as well as physical fitness techniques. If I could change anything it would be starting school a little later. We start at 7:21 and end at 3:30. That is very long day for students. I have learned to be very selfless very quickly as a teacher. I've also learned that this job can be very challenging at times. I think we have pretty good disciplinary procedures at my school. I'm still learning everyday so I'm not 100% sure on things I would change or disagree with just yet. I do however, love our Christian aspect of our school. The students are required to go to chapel once a week as well as dress up. I love how our principle gets on the intercom every morning and gives the students a bible verse and prayer to start their day. I think our class times are fine being at 51 minutes long. As a teacher, I'm really learning what works and what doesn't when it comes to my students and productivity. I have a long way to go but I feel like I'm on the right track. I also really love how supportive my coworkers are. That has made a world of difference in my experience so far.
Monday, September 28, 2015
Sunday, September 13, 2015
What Does A Teacher Do?
A teacher does several things day in and day out.
We role model, counsel, teach, plan, mentor, grade, motivate, challenge, empower, cultivate, explain, inspire, and truly invest in our students and our school. Teachers are continuously learning and growing just like the students. One major thing a teacher does is learn how to be truly selfless.
This is an area I'm definitely learning and growing in as a 1st year teacher.
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