10 Reasons to be Thankful for Working in Education
When reflecting on your role as a teacher, what are you thankful for? This post lists 10 things that the average teacher appreciates as someone that works in education!
When it comes to being a teacher, there are so many things to be thankful for. To get you started on your own journey to gratitude, here are 10 things that local educators sent in that they appreciate in this field:
The students! They make the lesson planning, activity prep, and long days worth it.
Seeing students’ growth and being able to be a constant person in their life every day no matter what happens outside of school.
Students who come to school and put in effort in their classes, are respectful, and kind towards others make teaching worth it.
Supportive department members.
The lasting, meaningful relationships made with students.
Seeing the glow that students have when they 'get it' after they’ve been struggling.
Making an impact on the children and families within a specific community. Being able to host a classroom where students are safe, valued, noticed, and loved unconditionally is something to never take for granted.
The opportunity to encourage critical thinking and work to make informed young citizens.
Always learning something new with technology.
Summer Break & Holidays! It’s always great to spend personal time with loved ones, and educators are unique in that they have a summer break.
There you have it! 10 amazing things to appreciate as a teacher. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving and were able to spend quality time with friends and family!
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @leapedlive and be sure to find us on Facebook and like our page.