Teaching the Young

The lack of blogging over the past few months is indicative of two things -- I began graduate school, and I started teaching preschool. The weeks and months since my last blog have been full of changes, excitement, and learning experiences. Immediately upon our move to Atlanta I was hired to teach at The Suzuki School in Buckhead, GA. It's a fantastic school with loving families and a wonderful faculty that I've come to truly enjoy. But my days are hectic and there are moments when I wonder what I've gotten myself into. A class of 48 two-year-olds will bring even the best teacher to her knees at times. The mountain of patience that is required just for me to get through the day is enormous. But after all is said in done, at the end of the day, I know I am in the right place for me at this time in my life. There is no other profession that allows a person to give and recieve hugs all day long -- and get paid for it. The unconditional love of a toddler is truly unique. At no other age do children welcome almost anybody into their little circle of comfort without tests and trials. The dimpled smile of my students along with a run-across-the-room hug is what makes my job the best in the world. As someone once said, "They may not remember what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel." My goal every day is to make each and every one of them feel special. I'm lucky to be able to do that.

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!