This site is a class blog space for new Career and Technical Specializations and Heathcare Science teachers enrolled in the New Teacher Institute (NTI) at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
I'm a REAL TEACHER now!
I have officially become a REAL teacher. Last year, I was a part-time teacher. My schedule was heaven. I worked every other day. Running both of my offices was a breeze as a part-time teacher. I never got burnt out or did not concern myself when vacation was approaching. Well, I must say it finally hit me. The past week, I had the opportunity to enjoy my FALL break. I officially took an entire week of vacation with the exception to answering a few emails from students. Don't get me wrong. Teaching part-time doesn't compare to full-time. Although I'm teaching everyday, it is way easier than part-time. I'm better prepared. We are on 90 minute block schedules. That works for me. I have found that teaching the same lesson the next day, just perfects it. Teaching full-time has taught me how to manage my time better. My day usually starts at 4:30 am. Yes, I still workout in the mornings prior to school. I usually check into my offices between 3-3:30 pm. I work there until about 8-9 pm. Unfortunately, my evening unwinds with reviewing my lesson plans for the next day. I enjoy teaching Physical Medicine. The impact that I have on my students keep me very humble and grateful that God has chosen me to influence their lives.
Dr.L,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your post. I totally agree that organization is the key of a successful teacher. I have learned to prepare myself way in advance for my lessons and especially my labs.Because safety is the key in my class, I plan three to four weeks in advance for labs. Continue to motivate the children you teach. You never know the impact it can have on a child.
Tony! I can relate to what you are saying, but I feel that I never have enough time to do anything. Between cafeteria duty, metal detector duty, common core planning, grading papers etc, I just don't feel like I ever get anything done. Maybe if I had started out on a part time basis, I would appreciate that 1:15 minutes of planning that I get every few days.
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