Teacher Tales #33 – The teacher’s journey and remembering the “who”, “how” and “why” in teaching: Ethan enlightens us all on the call to teach, the bigger picture view and finding our humanity through teaching – true inspiration for all who teach!
In this very special episode, which I have saved for the magic number three (in double digits!) as well as for the beginning of a new year, you will hear the story of a former student of mine, Ethan, who has woven a red thread of loving and lasting memories through the tapestry of my teaching heart. Ethan’s story is not unlike the one that all teachers hope and wish for their students after they leave our classroom. His story is also a teacher’s dream come true and a good example of why we work so hard and care so much as teachers. Teaching has become so difficult that teachers are having a hard time remembering not only “who” they are, but also, “who” they are teaching. They are also struggling with “how” they really want to teach, and even more importantly, “why” they are teaching. Ethan’s story and his profound, insightful words of wisdom will help bring you back to the (apple) core of who you are as a teacher and what truly called your heart to dedicate its life so fully to this profession. I hope that through his story, you will be reminded of all of the students you have taught or are currently teaching, and that you will re-discover the real rewards of teaching. I also hope that it will re-kindle your passion for teaching so that you will follow your heart and remember the “why”. Passion = I PASS ON. What will you pass on to your students and to the future of humanity and the Greater Good? This one is a “must listen” for all teachers who want to re-kindle their spirit of teaching!