Considering that this is only my second year teaching, I really don't qualify to give advice to anyone. However, it is my opinion that you should carefully sift through all the advice you receive. While there are lots of teachers in the profession for the right reasons, I have also encountered a few who just want a "summer off". Listen carefully to everyone, and then try to decide "why" they are giving you advice, especially if it is unsolicited. Most of the people you meet will try to steer you in the right direction, but I received some " bum " advice my first year. While this did not have a huge effect on my career, it did cause a rather heated exchange in my administrator's office. While I do not mind mixing it up; especially with a petty tyrant, it was unnecessary. I listened to advice without asking " Why is this person trying to guide me?" Do not make the same mistake I made.
joec
That's one I missed! Excellent advice from someone who's only taught for 2 years. Your absolutely right. I've recieved a little bit of bum advise myself. You're blog will help to keep all of us on the lookout for that kind of stuff.
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