Primary Teachers- whats the ups and downs of your career?

Mauro Cowee: Though I am a middle/high school teacher, I have had opportunity to witness, observe and teach in primary classes. I can tell you what I know from my heart.First, know in your heart that you have been 'called' to this art of teaching. It is a life, not a career, not a job. Entrusting someone to guide, teach and direct the mindset of a young person is God-given, God-driven.Second, you must be patient and willing to deal with a structure and system that is far from perfect. You will find in many cases that all you want to do is teach and in your way, will be the wall of political and governmental nonsense, that will keep you either frustrated year after year, or you will learn to smile and honor them and pray for them. Third, you may have to deal with a variety of issues with regard to your children and their parents. Not all come from middle or high income society, and some will have very pointed issues. They can range from violence-to-especially needy.! You will have school/administration issues. Classroom size might be a problem, your pay and what you expect may be an issue. You may find that you are spending more of your own money and finding very little support from staff or administration. It depends upon the school and atmosphere the principal has set forth.On the other hand - this can be the best experience you have ever had in your life. When you see the young faces of children who want to please you, who want to learn, who are eager to receive knowledge at this age, you will be delighted to be a part of this process.I have worked and observed all grade levels as a trainer and team leader. The art of teaching children is no joke. More and more we are discovering the love that is missing from this field, from teachers and from parents. It is not to be taken lightly. I applaude you should you make the decision to follow-through as a teacher. I pray for you in that you make the decision that will affect your! life and the lives of many students. There is no greater res! ponse than to see the eyes of a child who is thankful for something you have said or done to uplift his or her standards....Show more