The Compassionate Teacher

Teaching is an extraordinarily satisfying career. When things go well, and students learn (and behave), it can be a joy to see the lights go on in the eyes of the faces of kids who suddenly "get it". And, when parents work with you to improve the learning and well-being of their chlidren it's a plain delight.

it's easy to feel compassion for both parents and children when they work with you in cooperative ways. It's probably the case that in those situations, if you don't feel a connection, and you don't feel compassion when things get difficult, it is time to find another profession, since it's also probable you are hitting burnout and not enjoying your career life.

But Sometimes It's Hard To Be Compassionate With Challenging People, and Parents