Wow... the beginning of the year seems like a whirlwind. I have one of the coolest classes of my career. They are spunky, sweet and loads of fun. The worst thing I can think to say is that they TALK NONSTOP. (But hey.. so does their teacher, so what!) I've got such a variety..it's like hitting up the best of the best in Whole Foods. I've got a delightful Vietnamese student who constantly compliments me. I've got an Iranian kid who, at first, was extremely skittish (and I wondered if we were going to bond at all.) I've got a Bosnian student who has the COOLEST accent ever and gets my sarcasm completely. (Despite the language issue!) I have an Indian, a Venezuelan, some Mexican (American) students, etc. They are so diverse and have so much to share, I love it.
I'm also the team leader this year (again) and it's crazy. My team is mostly newer teachers and there are a lot of questions, but I love it. I love being someone who they can go to for help (even if I get nothing done in the process).
How in the world can people go to jobs where they are loaded down by paperwork, fussy clients and little/no breaks? Well, I do it daily. And I must say, it is sooooo worth it. Having those little boogers write on their behavior charts (before I get to it to sign) and put notes like "I love my silly teacher" and "Have a great night"... who couldn't ask for better? Certainly not me.
