As educators, we all have worked hard to get to where we are today. We are all concerned about the future and what our place will be in that future. Here are a few suggestions of behaviors that we can use to demonstrate that we are professional and want to be taken seriously in our jobs.
- Always be on time to school, to extracurricular duties, to meetings, and to class.
- Dress in a professional manner.
- Follow school rules, policies, and directions from supervisors. If you disagree with a rule, follow the proper channels to change it.
- Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content you teach.
- Actively seek to learn more about current best teaching practices in our field..
- Convey your pride in your profession and your interest in being the best teacher that you can be.
- As a new teacher, be appreciative of your colleagues’ experience and expertise.
- Be flexible when your plans don’t work out or when interruptions disrupt a lesson.
- Resist the urge to complain. Remaining cheerful under stress is an invaluable workplace skill.
- Remember to laugh every day. Laughing really does make the day go by faster.