So, I have heard time and again that it is important to set a behavioral precident from the beginning in the classroom, but this seems to be no easy task. With the previous post about the over-education of these kids, I am having a hard time developing a healthy level of control in the classroom without being mean about it.
In addition to this, I have many moment where I feel that my patience is wearing thin and I feel as though I then discipline out of frustration rather than for the general control of the classroom in order to promote learning. Because there have been so many helpful responses to previous posts in regards to schooling woes, I thought I would call upon to all once again in hopes of hearing some advice as how best to manage the classroom as well as be patient with the understandable rowdiness of kids.
I can tell this year will be an exercise in patience development, but I also need to not just let the kids walk all over me. Anywho, as usual, prayers for patience are much appreciated as well as some words of wisdom. Thanks to everyone for their prayers, support, and words of advice regarding my recent posts. Love you guys.
I wish I had some words of wisdom for you regarding patience. I am not at all a patient person! God has given you all the tools you need to be a success as a teacher and he has given you all of us to pray for you and support you while you do it.
ReplyDeleteSometimes my commute to work frustrates me as I sit in traffic. So now I have designated parts of my trip as opportunities to pray for others. I pray for you each day as I cross the Lafayette bridge. I pray for strength, patience and people to light up your time. I pray that you are not lonely, or scared but are blessed by your time in South Korea.
Hang in there James!!
Monica G
Monica,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to thank you so much for these kind and encouraging words. Even more, I cannot let you know how appreciated the prayers are. They have most definitely been carrying me through the tough moments.
Much to my appreciation, the last week has been much more bearable and I am beginning to get more into the swing of things.
Thanks again,
James