"Teaching is a vocation; not a profession." Often we hear this from teachers, like us, and sometimes those who get to hear us never really understand what we mean.
It is only when we get to be teachers that we realize the truth to this assertion. Yes, being a teacher does not only entail great talent and skills but great patience and understanding; does not only demand much of our time but much of our love; does not only require us to simply teach concepts but to educate for life.
And always remember, if you are seeking personal gain and happiness as a teacher, you may never find it until you get to focus on those little achievements your students are having and those sparkling eyes telling you of the happiness they are experiencing.
The following video clip entitled "Thank You, Teacher" is meant to inspire all of us, teachers, so that in moments we get frustrated and think of giving up, we just remember how blessed we are to have been given the chance to touch someone else's life... and make the world a better place!
It is only when we get to be teachers that we realize the truth to this assertion. Yes, being a teacher does not only entail great talent and skills but great patience and understanding; does not only demand much of our time but much of our love; does not only require us to simply teach concepts but to educate for life.
And always remember, if you are seeking personal gain and happiness as a teacher, you may never find it until you get to focus on those little achievements your students are having and those sparkling eyes telling you of the happiness they are experiencing.
The following video clip entitled "Thank You, Teacher" is meant to inspire all of us, teachers, so that in moments we get frustrated and think of giving up, we just remember how blessed we are to have been given the chance to touch someone else's life... and make the world a better place!
1 comment:
So many teachers do it for personal reasons...kudos for reminding us it's about the kids
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