I don't want to think this, or is this just me feeling this way
I look and listen to students talk all the time. I had a student to tell me, the reason he missed my class was because a regular ed teacher told him that this is not a core class and career tech classes don't count toward graduation. I started to go and have a talk with this teacher. I went to her room and stared and walked away. I said to myself as I was walking away this teacher is only about 22 years old, probably never had another job in her life and she doesn't have a clue about what the real world holds. I looked at myself and the next class. I got side track from my ritual and routine and started lecturing on life. I let the kids know that it takes a long time to make the Big Screen to become a actor. Some people are born with it and some people are not. Ask a career tech teacher about their work experience and not a 22 year old. I believe you will get more out of life.
Ya know, when I first started teaching, I heard more bitching and griping than I have ever heard in my life! This teaching stuff is not easy by any means, but it is much easier than the line of work that I came from. I think everyone needs to get a little "blue collar" treatment before teaching, it will make them appreciate it more.
ReplyDeleteAs far as what you are talking about when the core teachers are look down on CTAE teachers, it happens too much to not be true in most instances.
Walter
ReplyDeleteThe majority of our "fellow teachers" have not a clue when it comes to our classes/labs. I have chosen to take the "high road" and ignore their ignorance, however well intentioned. My Dad always said "You didn't raise them." However, there are times that really try my patience. I know my qualifications,etc. I also that I have valuable knowledge that will help my students become highly valuable employees and productive members of society. But if I hear one more "regular" teacher slight my program, I am going to invite them to climb a 60ft. ladder and apply their lips to...
I agree with Shane-rebuild a few motors for ungrateful customers or install a few shingles in 110 degree heat. Then if you want to question the validity of my program, I might listen. Maybe.
joec