Any Teachers?

Question

Do you like your job??? I was thinking of becoming a primary school teacher, but people are making me have doubts about it saying that everyone they know who chose to do this regrets it. They say the kids will always misbehave and my biggest problem will be dealing with the parents.

Answer 1

Most important thing for any teacher is his/her interest in teaching,an attitude to help others in learning with full patience,good qualification and knowledge in the area to be able to command respect from students and be prepared to face some financial hardships as still primary school eachers are lowly paid compared to their responsibilities and qualifications.Children at times may be naughty but need to be handled carefully.Understand their psychology and treat them as if they are your own children.If it suits you you may be a successful teacher

Answer 2

I am a teacher, secondary education, which means 5th - 12th grades. I love teaching and would not trade my choice for anything else.

Yes, you will have to deal with parents and misbehaving children, but the rewards are out weigh the minor problems you will come across.

Do not expect great pay, admiration from parents, respect for the students or appreciation for the district and school administrations, but you will get great joy when you see one of your kids learn or master something they have been working on. You will laugh more often than you ever have, kids have a way of making you chuckle at the silliest things, and most of all, you will be able to use your talents, if teaching is what you are passionate about.

We need good teachers that want to be there for the kids, that believe in education, and are willing to sacrifice the applause and money of the world for a smile or hug from a kid. I have seniors that hug me and it is worth more than any perk from a corporation. When one of your kids comes back and tells you that they knew how to do whatever in another class because of you, you will feel like a million dollars.

For me, teaching is worth the minor pit falls, but ti is not for those that do not believe in education, you will hate teaching if you find no value or purpose in learning.

Answer 3

Teaching is very demanding, but also very rewarding.  I would encourage you to volunteer in a school because only after you work in that situation will you know if it is right for you.  I wouldn't trade teaching for anything.  I love it.  Like every job, it has its ups and downs.  You have bad days, where the kids are mouthy and the parents are even worse.  But just think, if you help make one kid's life better, it is all worth it.

Answer 4

The parents do take up the largest part of my "non-teaching" time, until I take the perspective that part of my job is partnering with parents to listen, share information, and offer suggestions/provide resources in the child's best interest.  I love what I do.  I consider it a ministry and know that I am shaping the future.  There's nothing better than having my former students come back and T.A. for me or running into a former parent who says that what I did still matters to their child.  That said, it's not for everyone and I truly believe you can only learn so much in college/teacher training and when it comes to application, the experience can  be very different.

Answer 5

I am a first grade teacher, and I absolutely love it! I can't imagine myself doing anything else. I will admit, however, that the end of the year can be particularly trying for me. Thank goodness for summer! :)

Seriously though, I've been off for a month, and I'm so ready to get back in my classroom.

It is a tremendously rewarding experience to see the growth and progress of the students you work with. In first grade, they come in as non-readers, and by the end of the year they are reading (many of them on second grade level).

Just be sure to have a good management system in place to help with classroom management and behavioral issues. Keep the lines of communication open with the parents and let them know that you are there to help their children and you only have their best interests in mind.

Answer 6

Kids will misbehave.

One of your biggest problems will be dealing with the parents.

I love my job.

I have doubts a lot, mostly because i wonder if I am doing the best I can do, or if I am helping my students enough, or if .... anything.  There is no job in teh world like teaching. Every amazing contribution in the world was by someone -- that someone had a teacher at some point in their life (or more than one teacher) who made a difference in their life in some way. We as teachers have that opportunity every single day - to make someone's life a little better, brighter, safer, happier, and more secure.

There are easier jobs. There are jobs that pay more. There are jobs that are more appreciated and valued, unfortunately. But there is absolutely no job that is more important.

Answer 7

Yes, I love being a teacher and I don't regret it so far.  Challenging students and challenging parents are both realities of teaching, no matter what age group you're working with.  Every job has its unique challenges and this one is no different.  

As far as dealing with student behavior goes, as long as you have a good grasp of classroom management, it really isn't too big of an issue.  Just be fair and consistent with your expectations and consequences.  Also, when dealing with parents, just use your common sense social skills and keep your students' best interests in mind.  Principals will back you up, if necessary.

If you have a heart for kids and a passion for teaching, go for it.  It's importatnt to follow your instincts and not let other people's experiences discourage you.  For every one educator that regrets their decision, there are several that would never consider doing anything else.  Even if you end up teaching for a few years and deciding it isn't for you, a degree in elementary education can translate to many other jobs working with kids in other settings.

Good luck with your decision!!

Answer 8

I'm a preschool/long day care teacher and I don't have any regrets. If you really love kids and get a great joy in there education then I think you will really enjoy.

Yes kids will misbehave but kids don't misbehave all the time and I don't think I've ever meet a child that doesn't just a little bit. It's all a part of the job.

Yes parents are also an issue as they have there own views and opinions on there childs education, etc but that's what parent/teacher interviews are for. You can sit one on one with the parents and discuss these issues and usually they can be resolved.

I'd say If this is REALLY what you want to do then go for it. It feels exceptionally rewarding in the end.

Answer 9

I don't teach full-time since I'm still in college, but I have acted as a substitute and taught groups, as well is private lessons (double bass). I find it very, very rewarding and I've found parents aren't so bad, though there are a few bad apples.

I think the good outweighs the bad, and the best way to find out if you'll enjoy it is to start working with kids in any way possible.

Try volunteering as a teacher's aide, student-teaching, or working at a daycare.

Answer 10

Any teacher who complains about the kids is a teacher who has bad classroom mgt skills. To be able to manage a classroom is crucial not only for your well being but for the students as well. Kids are kids, and the only difference is how you let them get to you. Hold your ground, be consistent, and fair and you'll do fine.

I love teaching and wouldn't change it for the world. If you're still not sure, talk to some experience teachers on how they manage their classrooms. That is going to be a life saving skill that you will need to have.