With April showers comes testing season, spring sports and arts and teachers and students stretched in many, many directions. I was thinking today about all the things I worry about as a teacher in the 21st century. As my list grew longer, I knew I needed to change my attitude; so I made a list of the most wonderful things about being a 21st century teacher.
Things I worry about most as a 21st Century Teacher:
1. Will my daily lesson be effective?
2. Will I be able to manage my classroom with high expectations and still make connections with students?
3. Is my school safe? Are we safe at school?
4. Am I enjoying my job?
5. What will the parents think?
6. Will there be computers available???
Things I like about most as a 21st Century Teacher:
1. The work day ends at 3:30
2. When students "get it"!
3. When students who are difficult show a hint of caring
4. My SMART board
5. Being goofy with students
6. Enjoying the nice weather outside with students
May April showers bring May flowers and bright last weeks of school!
Being a teacher today is a HARD job, so we HAVE to have FUN! I loved how you put, "being goofy with students." I find my best days are when I am having fun with my students.
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