My Advice

My advice is to take it all in stride and relax. Most people set very high expectations for themselves. The kids need to see a bit of your humanity and see you are a person too. I went into teaching with the assumption that a good disciplinarian is a good teacher. I have since learned that when students can relate to your experiences and trials, you attain a much more respect. For instance, the observations. My students began to realize I was working towards a long term relationship with them. One of many steps towards improving the construction program at my school. Now they are much more receptive to my requests and are aware that they too have a role in the programs success or failure.