To the Teachers in the Trenches of Pandemic Teaching
Observations and tips for this crazy year ahead
We didn’t sign up for this.
Our teaching programs didn’t have lessons on how to teach remotely during a pandemic. Also, they definitely didn’t include lessons on how to make it fun, memorable and educational for all.
Teaching isn’t a glamorous job, and it has a hefty load of parts that aren’t so great. But we, out here in the trenches, chose it anyways.
We put our time and energy into this career, knowing about the late nights grading, the e-mails from parents and the stress that comes with feeling responsible for every student’s learning and achievement.
We do it anyways.
Many teachers fled because of the pay, the parents, the pandemic or some other combination of downsides, but if you are still teaching this year, you aren’t one of those retreating from the battle.
I think every teacher has their own flavor, style and way to conduct classes. Most likely, whatever your regular routine was, it has been forced to change.
Perhaps you are at home this year, or on campus, but with new restrictions. Gone are the cozy reading groups and the close group activities.
