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October 08, 2004
It's gratifying
I returned to my school on Thursday after two days of training. Every dean, every other teacher, even a few administrators told me they were SO glad I was back. Apparently I'm getting the rep of being a good teacher.
Not to toot my own horn (or possibly jinx the situation), but I'm quite proud of my teaching this year. I still have quite a ways to go before I'm really good, but this year seems to be my reward for the last two.
Watch. This morning one of the kids is gonna bitch-slap me and then kick me in the nards while I'm patting myself on the back.
Posted by G at October 8, 2004 07:42 AM
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Reading your blog reminds me why I loved teaching so much. It's so gratifying to see kids actually learning something sometimes. Thanks for being a teacher who cares!
Posted by: Alan at October 8, 2004 10:02 AM
Congratulations. Job satisfaction... SO elusive.
I hope you haven't been kicked yet...
Posted by: MzOuiser at October 8, 2004 11:57 AM
After reading all about your trials and tribulations over these last few years, I'm soooo glad to see you finally reaping some rewards, Mr. Licious. The reality is: you are a "seasoned teacher" comparatively... considering the high attrition rate for Teaching Fellows (3 years, I think it is now)... Keep on keepin on!! Sounds like you hit (or are hitting) your stride! So Kewl!
Posted by: Mr. HellsKitchen at October 8, 2004 06:24 PM
Whoa. Where did this "instant gratification" bitch-slap idea come from? The old G would have waited until Spring Break for that kind of reward.
Posted by: Ron at October 8, 2004 09:33 PM
You're an AWESOME teacher! The "rep" is well-earned. Still, it wouldn't hurt to hide your iPod. ;)
Posted by: pua at October 12, 2004 11:35 AM