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Ok...I have to make a little rant here bc this had me so annoyed today!
I teach Pre-K. It's very high academic wise (writing, science, social studies & math as well as early reading skills, as well as social & emotional development. There's a lot going on with kids who have never ever been around other kids their own age and kids who are significantly more well adjusted. Along with the fact that they are 4 (some still 3!) and need help with tying shoes, opening thier milk @ lunch and other fun stuff. But, in short, it's a challenging job, I'm lucky to have it & I LOVE IT. Many of my co-workers say it's the best job they'd never want to have.
A retired teacher came back today to sub in our building. She was in the lunch room catching up with some older teachers. She and I were sitting next to her & she asked what grade I taught.
"I teach Pre-K"
"Oh well that's easy!!"
it took all the grace & class I have to NOT reply...
"It's not. But I'll be sure to request you as a sub next time I'm out so you can see for yourself!"
I'm so glad most of my co-workers who are regular classroom teachers at my school see the value in Pre-K and respect me for what I'm doing with my students.
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