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Education is collective work. We need to be conscious of our collective responsibility for all of our students, and work collaboratively with colleagues and families to increase our creative power and the efficacy of our schools. I love teaching and always knew it was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I believe a teacher is a mentor to students and contributes to their intellectual growth. Students are the future of our society and it is essential to be an effective role model and a great teacher to help students shape their future.
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Teaching young minds is a task that cannot be taken lightly. It is full of challenges, frustrations, and responsibilities. However, it is a task that is also full of excitement, …show more content…

No one can meet all the needs of all the students who walk through our doors without help. It just isn't possible. The best way to find that help is by asking questions. The second requirement is to be humble. Listen to the wisdom gained by veteran teachers. Although you might think that some of their ways are outdated, don't discount their skill and knowledge. Ask questions and really listen to the answers. It isn't always easy to be humble when you've waited so long to get into your own classroom. You'll save yourself a lot of extra grief by asking and listening. The third is to plan with other members of your grade level team. What is being taught in Math, Science, Social Studies, and so on. You can find a way to connect your topics and objectives to those being taught in other classes? The more you work with other subject area teachers, the more you'll be able to help your students see that the world does not exist as separate parts. Everything is interconnected. Collaboration takes hard work and effort. It is not easy, but it's worth it. Ultimately, your students are the ones who benefit, but you don't lose out either. In the process of collaborating with different colleagues within your school, you are building relationships that will last, and making a place for yourself within the school community. Being a team player is a win-win situation for

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