Warning: not for those who have a low tolerance for sappiness.
I should really be going to bed, but instead I felt like writing. I figured I better act on it while it lasts.
Another few weeks have gone by. I still adore my students. I have seen them become more comfortable and a bit more chatty, but I still feel as if it is my classroom and they are great kids. There are times when God has taught me a lot through looking at teaching. Either by showing me how I can act like my students in certain things towards him, or by teaching me a lesson about how much I really need him.
But this week, these students are teaching me. Here's what they've been showing me this week.
They love me for no other reason than the fact that I am their teacher. Even before they met me. Even before they knew anything I would say or do. They loved me the second they walked in. Granted, they've had the chance to know me for a while now and thankfully they still love me. Maybe not every single one of my students, but for the most part their unconditional love astounds me. Every day they show up with wide grins, deep brown eyes (for the most part) and a hug. I've gotten to see a few of my students from last year and I am always greeted with hugs and I miss you's.
When I think about teaching in general, there are some really interesting aspects to the teacher/student relationship. I have an amazing opportunity.
1. I spend more time with these students than their parents do on most days.
2. They will take the words I say for truth, even when I'm wrong. (Which does occasionally happen. Then I get to go back and do it again. YAY. )
3. I have the opportunity to be a role model to them.
4. In this situation, I have an opportunity to teach them about the Bible and God.
5. I have the opportunity to show them how to love learning and growing and discovering.
I have come to this conclusion: I will never have a perfect job, but I think I've found the perfect one for me. There are times when I doubt my capabilities. However, this summer and coming back this school year God has shown me, this is where you need to be. Take care of my children.
I'd have to say this blog is full of a lot of love. So sorry for those who have a low tolerance for sappiness.
Another few weeks have gone by. I still adore my students. I have seen them become more comfortable and a bit more chatty, but I still feel as if it is my classroom and they are great kids. There are times when God has taught me a lot through looking at teaching. Either by showing me how I can act like my students in certain things towards him, or by teaching me a lesson about how much I really need him.
But this week, these students are teaching me. Here's what they've been showing me this week.
They love me for no other reason than the fact that I am their teacher. Even before they met me. Even before they knew anything I would say or do. They loved me the second they walked in. Granted, they've had the chance to know me for a while now and thankfully they still love me. Maybe not every single one of my students, but for the most part their unconditional love astounds me. Every day they show up with wide grins, deep brown eyes (for the most part) and a hug. I've gotten to see a few of my students from last year and I am always greeted with hugs and I miss you's.
When I think about teaching in general, there are some really interesting aspects to the teacher/student relationship. I have an amazing opportunity.
1. I spend more time with these students than their parents do on most days.
2. They will take the words I say for truth, even when I'm wrong. (Which does occasionally happen. Then I get to go back and do it again. YAY. )
3. I have the opportunity to be a role model to them.
4. In this situation, I have an opportunity to teach them about the Bible and God.
5. I have the opportunity to show them how to love learning and growing and discovering.
I have come to this conclusion: I will never have a perfect job, but I think I've found the perfect one for me. There are times when I doubt my capabilities. However, this summer and coming back this school year God has shown me, this is where you need to be. Take care of my children.
I'd have to say this blog is full of a lot of love. So sorry for those who have a low tolerance for sappiness.
Who wouldn't love you?! I wish all of my professors were you.
ReplyDeleteGod has blessed you so much. You are so devoted to and compassionate for the cause He has called you to. I love hearing about your students and your delight for teaching. What a woman you are.