So I am still in the MI classroom. I am beginning to like it more and more everyday. The students I work with have trouble sometimes but as the teacher I find it so much more gratifying when they actually grasp the concept. I had that happen to me this week while teaching money to a group of 3rd graders. They where looking at ways to make change and the student had a light bulb go off when he could see that replacing two nickles makes a dime. It was gratifying to be that what I was teaching was actually sinking in to the students.
I also am getting a lot more of a chance to see different behaviors while in one single room. This is really interesting to me because I get the chance to try and help figure out how to correct this wrong behavior. We are having this happen with a 2nd grade student in our class. The teachers actually want to hear what I think and how I think it could be fixed. I really feel like part of the team in this classroom and I really like it. I feel respected by not only the students but my fellow teachers. This has just begun to happen this year and it makes me feel like a real teacher. I don't want to be done with this placement which is coming up sooner than I want!!
I can tell you are feeling more comfortable with the students in our classroom. You have established good relationships with them. I can tell that the children enjoy having you as their teacher. They seem to love the extra attention you give them. You have a friendly way with them that encourages them to do their best work.
ReplyDeleteYou said that you are nervous about planning for so many groups, with so many levels, and with a crazy schedule. I think you are doing a great job adjusting to our hectic schedule. Our class will give you experience in differentiating instruction. It is a challange, but you are doing a nice job of it!
I appreciate all of your help, good sense of judgement, and positive attitude in working with our students with challenging behaiors. You are excelling in this area!
You demonstrate professionalism in your dealings with myself and other teachers and staff at our school. I enjoy working with you. You show great initiave to help out in the classroom. Your have such a positive attitude with the students and with this placement. Keep up the super job!