I’ve been teaching year 10 and 11 Food Studies since the end of January and I know this is where I am meant to be. Every single day, after dismissing the kids I can’t help but question that I am actually getting paid to be here. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still teaching (what’s a spontaneous bathroom break?), but the pros vastly outweigh the cons at my school.
(more…)Category: Teaching
Year End News and Notes
I’ve got one more day of school then it’s summer holidays! This year is flying by, and I feel like things are only going to ramp up in 2024. Even though I’ve become used to many aspects of teaching in and around Melbourne, there are still things that catch me by surprise.
(more…)Asking for help – who knew?
I spent the first two weeks of term four filing in for a teacher while they were away. It was a nice change of pace to be with the same groups of students for more than a day!
(more…)First impressions of teaching, part 2
I’ve made it to the end of term 3! As I’ve spent more time in various classrooms, here are some more things I’ve noticed that differ from schools in Manitoba:
(more…)Things I do at the beginning of each class
Having new students often has its unique challenges, but I’ve found having a routine when starting class will set us up for success. Now, don’t get me wrong, some days are absolutely chaotic, but I like to think starting the day on the right foot helps.
(more…)First impressions of teaching in Australia
I’m getting into the swing of the Victorian education system, and while it’s pretty similar to Manitoba’s, there are some distinct differences. Here are the first things I noticed:
(more…)My best day yet
My world is CHANGED. I accepted a position at a school for Thursday after checking the location that it wasn’t too far of a commute. Then I did a little more research into the school. It was a Catholic school. I’m not Catholic.
That’s fine, it’s good to try new things, right?
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