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hahahhaha!!! It is emotional fatigue like a mum fed up with their kids and want to send them to a summer camp for several weeks!

I love this. I know its YEARS old, but thank you. I taught two years at the same school under two different admin. The second one made it clear she didn't like me or anyone who was strong and would ask questions. Though, every single bit of feedback, formal and informal, was positive. At the end of the year, she red me my notice of non reelect. I was crushed. When I asked for feedback about why, she said she was "not obligated" to give me reasons. This is when I knew it was personal and had nothing to do with my ability as a teacher. Still, its hard not to beat yourself up, especially when you don't know where you need to grow. I totally agree for me, this was a blessing in disguise. I feel defeated but your video helped me a ton ❤ appreciate you, sir

So I will start teaching Span 1 in a high school in Aug 2024. Im a career switcher, but still have my other license in a medical profession. Ive subbed here and there, and tried 4 months in a middle school with the same subject 3 years ago but didnt finish the school year for various reasons. I wanna do this becasue I love all languages and culture, but Im still feeling a little scared. I pray a lot because I know God has led me here. Teaching is a hard profession where you give sooo much of yourself. I just want to have life balance, and have students leave my class differently than when they came, and sprinkle in some spanish at the same time. Your videos are very helpful :)

Hey my Brother, love your devotion to Jesus. Best of luck and thanks for all your advice/videos

This was my first year teaching, and for me it has been a mid-life career shift. It's hard sometimes, but I think one thing that makes it easier is having raised my own child to adulthood. I don't think I would have had the patience if I hadn't learned it in parenting. Thanks for your online presence. I am losing my go-to teacher because he is going to a different school, but I have already made a plan to co-mentor with a first year teacher (she's been a para for years already). Hopefully that will be enough community to start with in the fall!

Like in deadass a grown man lol stop b¡tching like I ain’t got problems to

Iv never wanted to “unalive” some one so bad before I met that B¡tch AINSWORTH

I love the Click camera in the background! My childhood memory my school had... Thanks for the reminders in the teaching profession. My favorite memory was a teacher workshop was someone that said, it takes a YEAR for some children to grow; at the end of every day... I remember that quote! Thanks for always bring professionals back to more of a school district setting that could help many professionals..

You're the best!

It's so true that the seeds we plant are not going to be visible to us for quite some time. But when they come back to tell us what they remember about us or email us about the time and effort we put in for them and how they felt safe coming into our classroom, it will be worth it. Knowing I had an impact on a handful of kids and understanding that I can continue having an impact on more handfuls of kids makes my last 3 years worth it.

🏆Thank you Mr. Reynolds, I needed this talk. As a student it feels like I am a mouse that cannot get through this maze of life. P.S. Etymology is a hobby of mine so this video spoke to me.

Instead of a water pistol because you know guns in schools, maybe a modest squirt bottle would be best

Is there still mentoring?

Will this be available for the 2024-2025 academic year?

I was raised old school:" The last one is eaten by the wolves. Life is competition." ( I also had a coach asking: " You can be 4 times as good at what you love to do , true ? So can you be twice as good at what you have to do ? Changed EVERYTHING in my life ). Take care, have an awesome summer, man!

I've done tons of the phone calls, thought it was my idea😂. I've done the remote. I've taken real photos and sent them home. Good and not good. The best was when I sent home a photo of a kid splayed on the floor instead of some flexible "seating" option, but his parents gave it a heart and said he looked like he was enjoying his day 😆

I am shocked . I am thinking of leaving too. But I want to teaching in China area first.

He gives me he works in a district vibes

Great video. Nearing the end of the year and am excited about my next class. I will miss my students but am ready for the next team.

Thanks a bunch Reynolds for speaking something that I've been having mental gymnastics about for the past year. I think you hit the nail on the head for the deciding factor against wanting to move schools because you know you can "do right" by the kids that you're currently with. The kids will be alright, dont guilt yourself for anyone going through the same.

Another solution for younger grades, is to issue a certain amount of restroom tickets each day (3-5 tickets depending on their grade level and physical needs). They can only go to the restroom if they have a ticket. The tickets don't roll over to the next day they get the same amount of tickets each day. This way students are less likely to waste their ticket on playing in the restroom because they know once all their tickets are gone for the day they can't go to the restroom. Also, you could include a reward for the students that don't use up all of their tickets before a certain time of the day (like maybe 10-20 minutes before dismissal if they still have at least 1 ticket left they can pull from the treasure box, the snack box, or have free time). You could even make it a class job where a responsibile student passes out the tickets each day (all students should know how many tickets they are to get each day so they can be sure they have the right amount if tickets). Children with 504s that require them to go to the restroom frequently can participate too. With them you can up the amount of tickets or keep their tickets the same amount as everyone else but when they run out send them to the nurse instead of the restroom. Most school nurse's offices have restrooms. You may want to get the school nurse on board with this so she will just let them go in her office. You can also fill those students parents in on it. So they will know why their child is being sent to the nurse instead of the restroom. This way the 504 students that have to use the restroom frequently will get what they need without being singled out. Oh I almost forgot. The tickets are for their individual trips to the restroom. If the class has 1 or 2 whole classroom breaks during the day don't have them lose tickets for this. Instead strongly advised them to use the restroom during these times so they won't have to lose their restroom tickets.

First time viewing one of your videos. Great messages. I have been a sub in my small district for nearly 20 years. (Long story there ). I began at the elementary schools when my kids were young, then gradually moved up as they grew. Currently I limit my subbing to middle and high school. Just yesterday one of the high school seniors commented that I had seen her grow as a student since kindergarten. I routinely report back to the middle school teachers that those crazy kids did indeed grow and mature into fine individuals. THIS is what keeps me going.

I was hired at a elementary school the last week of March for 3rd grade Science. The school, in no other appropriate terms lied, and said that the teacher had retired. Actually, I found out the they had a teacher who just quit, then a first year teacher who said they had a family emergency and quit, then two lomg term subs, mixed with other subs. If that were not enough the math teacher had taken maternity leave and the had had subs in there dor awhile. I was able to spend two days on campus before taking over and the 3rd graders were out of control. They were out of control in Art, in PE, and in lunch. They were somewhat ok I'm ELA (she was a first year teacher but had been there the whole year). They were the best with the math teacher. When I talked with the students they said they behaved best in there because she was mean and could take away their recess. I was able to get some really flgood work done, in fact, the last district assessment I had 100 percent pass (photosynthesis). I was, however, never able to meet the principal's expectations of having all students in their seats at all time at no higher level of voice than 1. I followed all of their procedures for student issues up tonthe point where they take over, I even tried ever strategy the math teacher suggested. The more I did it their way the worse it got. Then two of the students said, well we know you won't be here long so I don't have to listen to you. I had no support, no training on the corrective reading they had me do (I learned how to do it on RUclips myself) and they came in my room maybe 2 times one of which I basically begged for a visit. Then, last week on Monday they asked me to the office a 310 to tell me not only would I not be coming back, but that Tuesday was my last day. Today is the last day of school. I asked what I did that was so awful I couldn't at least finish the school year. She said she had a timeline to keep. I asked her what the issue was and she said I was distracted. That I talked on my cell phone too much during planning and lunch. She didn't even say that it was classroom management issues. I asked to visit other classrooms for tips, I asked for a copy of the book they use for their system and they never gave it to me. I believe now that they never intended on keep me. They invested zero into me. I was there essentially six weeks in a situation that was extreme. I left a good post, with an already guaranteed spot next year, because this was an "A" that has tons of private community support (money). Now I am left looking for a new job. I am writing this because I am frustrated l, I don't understand how anyone would have achieved her goals in just a few weeks, and to be honest just to let people know that these "A" schools are not ehat they seem.

I'm unable to sigh up for your back to school events. The link doesn't work. Also, in the future, could you consider doing this earlier. We're back in school in late July. Thanks for all your help and inspiration! Jo

Perfect timing for this topic. Thanks! helped a lot.

Thanks man.

Hi Reynolds. I had a great year teaching, but I wonder; what is going to take to get you back in the classroom!? I think students need you!!! P.S. Thanks for showing me that its okay to be a clown.

This past year, I spent a lot of time going over the learning objectives, essential questions and agenda with students. The students hated it and felt like it was unnecessary bc it took up so time but admin loves it. I gotta figure out a way to quickly review what we are doing, why, and how without wasting so much time.

Hi. Are you teaching in New Mexico?

Teaching is a work of patience.

I still love teaching. It's the other obstacles that get in the way that I have begun to hate.

Thank you for this. I just moved to a school this year, but I have to leave because the pay just does not cover cost of living. The weight of moving and starting over is so overwhelming. BUT! You saying show the students how much they've grown.. I did a new thing for the end of year NWEA testing where I madeit a competition of growth. I told the students that I would reward the class with the most growth from the Winter to the Spring tests. It was wild how hard my students tried. And I got to congratulate them on their effort, even if they are still only reading on a 5th grade level as a 10th grader. It made me so proud and so sad to be leaving behind this group of students. But there are students everywhere who need me. Thank you

I truly needed to hear this! Students are resilient and I like to believe that I too can be resilient when thinking about what do I want for myself as an educator, do I feel supported within the community I am teaching in, and if not, where can I go to truly make a difference? I do hope next year will be a year in which I can find joy in teaching again because I do love this profession and interacting with other students as well as families

Thank you for posting this, CJ. It is true that some seeds germinate right away, and others require extra soil and nutrients over time. There will always be victories in the classroom.

That manikin in the background is freaky 😂

Definitely needed to hear this this morning. I've been at the same school for 4 years and I recently was informed I won't have my contract renewed due to low student enrollment. I was pretty upset about it, but hearing your considerations about having a core community of reliable people, I realize that it's probably for the best and it's good for me to move on and find an institution that has a more positive work environment. The intro about planting seeds also puts the work into perspective. I suspect these are things many teachers rationally know but it's easy to get caught up in self-defeat and feeling of failure. Thanks for posting this!

Excited to be switching to a new school, district, and content area (switching to K-5 music from 5th grade math) for my second year teaching. My first year had its fair share of wins and losses, but definitely looking forward to my new position!

Yes! That is so important. I have a hard time not showing my emotions. That is vital to remember.

Thank you for reminding me why I love teaching! ❤

Yes

Thank you dude

I applied to join the Facebook group and it is pending admission, but are there still books to give away?

It's hard when you do it all and the kids are apathetic though. We put on costumes, wigs, etc and just have kids steal, destroy, lie, be disrespectful etc .. something is not adding up. If I give my 150% , then I want my students to meet me at least half way. 😞😔

As a new sub considering getting my teaching license and as a mother of four kids in school, I really appreciate all the support and insight you are offering to teachers. Helping teachers be the best they can be will benefit their students so much, which will ultimately benefit all of society. Keep up the great work!!

Great video. I’m in my late 40s and I never considered teaching until very recently, when I realized I’m unfulfilled at my desk job and I want to do something rewarding with kids. I’ve been subbing, and I’m surprised to find how much I enjoy it. I’m still nervous about taking the plunge to full-time teaching, though, so this video is very helpful and insightful. Thank you!

Silliness may grab our students’ attention but does it engage their souls, elevate their minds, and communicate piety with gravitas? The teacher becoming the likable class clown will soon lose true respect.

Minute 37 to 40 = so quotable, inspirational, and relatable. This is what I needed to hear today, at the end of this difficult school year.

I'm a substitute teacher for middle and high schools and i used a lot of your suggestions. I had zero issues this year and was always able to get at least 95% of the kids to get the assignments completed. If you ever want to do an episode on subbing I'd love to give you some insight on what I've learned.

I had a kinda great year. This year is my second year teaching Art in HS. A few challenging students that made me want to scream but I took a deep breath and ignored them with a fake smile. I find putting on BTS or Coldplay music in between classes calms me down. I had a mix of seniors and freshmen in one class and after a particularly trying class where they twisted my words and made it hard to get through a lesson, the seniors took pity on me and agreed that they were a lot. I was like "Right, I am not crazy" which made me feel better. I also made sure I give a run down to admin if I feel it necessary