"Smiling Faces" Open Mic

Teaching is a great career choice for me. Teaching is more than just providing instruction to students, but it should also be an environment where students feel safe to share experiences, to ask questions, and feel respected by their teacher(s). It is my job as an educatior to serve as a positive role model, facilitator, and listener to ensure success in their learning environment and to see the smiling faces when they achieve their goals.

Several of my students competed in State competition in Athens, Georgia on March 14-16th in various projects. They were a little nervous at first, but they remembered the various strategies and skills used in the classroom to minimize some of their fears. It is my job to build a positive learning community where everyone tries their best, encourages others, and responsible for their actions as well as attituides.

If any of these components is missing, the dynamics of the classroom environment are tarnished and the self-esteem could be crushed.Additionally, the support of other professionals and parents are necessary for students to achieve their goals. Once all of these items are in place greatness in the learning environment increases and the smiles on students faces are embraced.