Learning the joy of teaching
Monday, February 16, 2009
Huntsville Times
As an assistant, student gives and receives lessons
My favorite day of the week is Friday, but not because the weekend is in sight.
Each Friday, I act as a teacher’s assistant in Lisa Ingrum’s Brain Aerobics class. I have assisted various teachers for three years at my school and have enjoyed every minute. In classes as varied as Arts and Crafts and physical education, I have met children who remain my friends.
Working as a teacher’s assistant is rewarding. As my students succeed, I know I am making a difference in their lives. I remember how proud I was when a third-grade girl dashed up behind an overconfident running back and pulled his flag.
This year, I am amazed when I think about how much my Brain Aerobics students have improved. Last August, one girl could barely name the chess pieces, but now I have to work hard to keep her from beating me.
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Good example.