Blog Entry #5

• What do you think is the most important role a teacher plays? Why

           Oh this is a hard question because I think teachers play so many vital roles that change how kids learn, see their peers, see their teachers, and see themselves. I think one of the most important roles a teacher plays is to be a confidant. Teachers can change students lives by being a person they can trust to talk to. If there is a problem at home, or with another child in the classroom, or any kind of personal problem, children can turn to their teacher and trust in them. Having that one person can make all the difference in a kids life. 

           Another important role teachers play is to be a cheerleader. One thing I've seen that really makes my heart ache is when students are too scared or nervous to raise their hand and ask a question. Personally, I've had teachers who make their students feel inferior or dumb when we ask a question. If kids don't feel comfortable asking questions, they're craving for learning will disappear so quick. Teachers need to encourage students to learn, and make learning something fun, something to look forward to.

• What do you think is the most challenging role a teacher plays? Why?

           A parent-teacher communicator. For sure. There are a lot of parents that are helpful and will put their children's needs above anything else. The supportive parents are good and I'm totally fine talking to them. But I'm really not looking forward to having to deal with the parents who will freak out at me or their kids if they aren't getting straight A's. I guess I'm okay with the communication part if they parents are cooperative.

           Another role that I think I will struggle with is having to be a judge. I know that if a student isn't doing what they are supposed to or goofing off during class then I will have to come down on them. But I hate seeing kids sad and I don't want to be hard on them. I'm getting better at it, but It's definitely something I won't enjoy doing. Also, being a Technology Guru. I'm only 22 years old and I I feel like I'm already behind on new technology that comes out. It will be hard keeping up with all the new stuff as we get more and more advanced.