Learning to share is an attribute that all of us need to possess. Although when it comes to sharing, we think of sharing material things. I feel that sharing of knowledge and experiences is also very important. Helping others have success by sharing what you know is something tha...
Every responsible individual needs to be aware that spoken or written words matter. What you say or write can impact the lives of others. Your goal is to be careful with what you say or write. Be aware that you have the ability to improve or destroy the lives of many people. A...
People enjoy being around others that have a good temperament. Knowing this, I have tried my best at exhibiting characteristics of a person that enjoys life. In general, I do things that I enjoy doing. I also try my best in everything that I do. My ability to put myself in someon...
Inherent in being a teacher, a coach, or a parent is the expectation that I be a leader. As such, I take my responsibility of being a leader seriously. As a leader I work diligently in leading by example. I am always trying my best to be a good example for everyone. I think caref...
Something that is very important to me is the ability of an individual being able to forgive and forget. It is an attribute that I possess and has impacted my life and career in a positive way. Too many people go through life holding on to grudges. Their inability to let go of hu...
I believe that I have been successful as a teacher, coach, online tutor and person because before acting on anything, I am always putting myself in someone else’s shoes. I integrate information that I gather with consideration of other individuals’ opinions before making all ...
Something that I encouraged by modeling as a teacher was that many new discoveries could be found if one is willing to take risks. Since deciding to become a teacher when I was 6 years old, I remember how fascinated I was with mathematics. Even though mathematics was very structu...
Early in a school year, teachers need to take some time to provide students with ideas of how they can study to insure mastery of the concepts being taught. From taking notes, to making flash cards or forming study groups, students can be taught how to do things that will increas...
Teachers need to accept that it is alright to make mistakes. Although we try to be meticulous in the lessons we present, there are going to be occasions where errors are made. Your reaction to those situations will have an impact on students. Reacting with poise is important. Adm...
Students need to be made aware of the importance of note taking in the learning process. Where in the classroom or during online tutoring, students need to take notes. In general, teachings should stress what content is important and should be copied. This is more important durin...
