When I was in my early 20s, I used to do job-hopping. I can't stay in a workplace for at least 2 years. Last thing I remembered, the longest was 1 year and 5 months. Then after that, I can't stay even for a year. Until I landed a job I've been avoiding since I graduated... a teaching post.
You see, I have a degree in education. But I preferred not to practice. Personal reasons. But here I am, on my 5th year of teaching, and still at the same school. Imagine that! For me, this is already an achievement. I managed to stay in one company for 5 years and was offered another contract. To think that I was avoiding teaching for the longest time, and this is the job that will keep me still. It has taught me a lot like patience and tolerance. And it feels really good to see that a child is learning from me, that I am contributing skills that he/she can use everyday.
An aunt once told that if you want to get rich, don't teach. But seeing the kids learn from me, gives me fulfillment. The kind that makes you want to do your job even better. And besides, teaching is a very important profession. There will be no presidents, engineers, architects or even doctors without a teacher. ;)
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A teacher is probably one of the most difficult jobs in the world. Students have different attitudes. And a teacher must be able to adjust himself or herself to give equal attention to each one.
But being a teacher is one of the most rewarding experiences. It's that priceless feeling of being able to contribute to the growth of an individual.
I salute you for being a teacher. I'm sure you are awesome.
- EK Encarnacion of Every-Comedy-Thing
It's gotta be absolutely more rewarding and uplifts your spirit whenever you, teachers, share your knowledge and help mold the children to reach their best potential.
And, indeed, if not for you and other teachers, where'd be the government officials, doctors, engineers or even the future teachers?
Keep up the good work, I salute you!
Have a meaningful and blessed Holy Week!
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