Rewards of a teacher
Today I began my second week at the school. I felt much more used to my environment today as I walked through the doors, and a little less lost in the shuffle. I spent the majority of my day going over lesson plans for all that I will be teaching in the next few days, and I also sat in on some classes and helped out. I was also fortunate enough (wink wink) to fill in for recess duty; which I have found out is one of the things that is not the choicest job. I am on recess duty tomorrow and Wednesday during lunch as well, so I guess I am getting good practice. No fat lips today though, so my recess duty skills are improving.
I met a student today whom I will be helping out the remainder of this week and perhaps one or two days next week with organizational things. I think he has trouble finding the right homework and getting that into his backpack, so hopefully some one on one encouragement will help him get on track with remembering.
One of the best parts of my day today was that after being here a week the students are starting to not only get used to having me here, but they are also beginning to open up and approach me, which is incredibly rewarding. I have gotten several hugs today, and many "shares" from different students. I've realized that these are the most important rewards of teaching; it is these kind of moments that will be remembered years from now.
posted by Abi | 2:35 PM
3 Comments:
Dear Abi, It sounds like God is in this with you. I sense that He has provided you with experience last week to prepare you for the teaching responsibilities you will assume this week. He is a gracious God. Praise Him. I read something this past week-end that I want to share with you. Don't know who stated it so I cannot give any credit but here goes - "God has a purpose for your life, and no one else can take your place." Simple but gives one lots of food for thought. Ah, recess duty. There are some on the faculty that are very thankful you are there so they are relieved of that - they probably won't admit it. I know you are doing a great job. We are fine - our nice warm weather left us - some of that cold weather that Minn. and Wi are experiencing managed to break through and come this way. Not so bad that one of us (not me) is able to wear shorts during the sunshiny part of the day. We are enjoying every bit of your news. Keep it coming. Love from G&G
I couldn't help but smile when I read your comments today. It is always good to have that first week under your belt when involved in teaching! I'm struck by how your experiences are so much like teaching here in the states. In some respects it seems like school is school no matter where you go in this world, yet this is a great opportunity to add to your teaching preparation. I really like Gr's quote. You always seem to do a good job at bringing honor to the Name of the Lord Jesus! Keep looking up, those kids and teachers are thankful for your presence this January I'm sure!! Blessings! JJ
Hi Abi, Hope I'm going about this properly. It's great to read about your experiences with this endeavor. What a fascinating way to enlighten yourself and others! I continue to pray for you, and trust God's guiding influence. Uncle Tom.
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