Friday, September 9, 2011

Another Top Ten List...

I don't have a choice about writing this top ten list.  I have to write it, or I will go insane with negative thoughts.  It's like therapy.

Top Ten Reasons I Love Being a Teacher
  1. Kids in the primary elementary grades are just cuties. They do and say some really adorable stuff, and they love me just because I am their teacher.  They love my picture of Diego that's sitting on my desk, they love my shirt, they love my hair, they love my lanyard that holds my badge...they love it all.  And they never stop telling me.
  2. I don't have to sit in a cubicle all day.
  3. I feel like I have more of a chance to get excited about things, like the approach of autumn, because I have to plan ways to get my students excited.
  4. It feels good to make a difference, even when we're just celebrating a minor gain.
  5. I seriously enjoy sharing my love of reading with emergent readers.
  6. Many components of my job change from year to year, mainly the students that I work with and sometimes the grade level.  It definitely never gets boring!
  7. There is always more to learn when it comes to pedagogy and best practice.  It's interesting to put new learning into action and observe how it affects children.
  8. It's fun to be the boss of your own classroom, but it's even more fun helping kids become independent enough to take some of the decision making into their own hands.
  9. Parents can be really appreciative when you go above and beyond for their children.  I didn't say all parents, but most.  And it feels good when they recognize that you love their child, too.
  10. Do I have to even say it? Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, Summer Break, and all the little days off in between!
Okay, I feel a little better now.  Let's hope this weekend is restful and relaxing!