Submitted by rafe (not verified) on Thu, 01/31/2008 - 12:48am.
Of course you worry, Karen. You care. And you are already far ahead of where I began. You are absolutely right when you realize that you don't have to teach a 2nd grader everything in life in one week.
With experience, and by watching dozens of good teachers, you will find your voice. It's exciting every year getting better at being a teacher. I reach kids today I did not reach 15 years ago. It will happen for you as well, but I have a feeling you are a far faster learner than I was! Keep up the great work.
Of course you worry, Karen.
Of course you worry, Karen. You care. And you are already far ahead of where I began. You are absolutely right when you realize that you don't have to teach a 2nd grader everything in life in one week.
With experience, and by watching dozens of good teachers, you will find your voice. It's exciting every year getting better at being a teacher. I reach kids today I did not reach 15 years ago. It will happen for you as well, but I have a feeling you are a far faster learner than I was! Keep up the great work.