Tonight’s entry is going to be short and sweet.. The school are hosting an Eisteddfod on March 1st, to celebrate the life of our patron Saint David. I was amazed at how quickly the children had remembered their dialogue. It usually takes me a few weeks for me to learn lines, but the pupils picked it up really easily.
Then in the afternoon, I was given an opportunity to observe how a Learning Support Assistant helps a child during a maths lesson. I know I used to get very frustrated if I couldn’t solve a maths problem. It used to get me down a lot.
The LSA will take will take the child a calm environment to complete work, and sometimes they play games to help them understand. Part of the role of an LSA is to build up a child’s confidence and self-esteem. When I was in the room watching the child, I noticed the glow of happiness when they got a question right. Their face would light up like a light.
The head teacher said to me she did not think teaching would be a suitable career choice for me. She thought I would be better as a Learning Support Assistant because I have a ‘calming, reassuring nature which will be a child’s self-esteem’. I would also be able to work with the one child and not worry about others in the class.
At the moment, career-wise I am standing at a crossroads and have no idea what the future may hold for me. After Half Term, I will have to complete thirty hours voluntary work as part of my Welsh Baccalaureate A-Level. I have been asked to do the work at this primary school. I have accepted.
I can’t wait to see the pupils’ faces when I tell them that I shall be spending more time with them I thought. Can you imagine? I really don’t want this week to end! I’m enjoying the experience so much.
Hope you’re all well. Until tomorrow,
3 comments:
Leigh can tell just how much you are enjoying your time with the children ~ and glad you will be doing your 30 hours voluntary work at the same school ~ Ally
Great News Leigh that you should be returning to the school to continue,I bet you re pleased at that.I too think the teacher is right in what she suggested about your career.Time will tell Leigh and out there I am sure somewhere there is going to be a place for you to show your skills and I feel everybody will enjoy your company whatever you choose and you will be a hit.COOOOOOOOOOOOOOL. LOL!! Take Care
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Well done Leigh its great news that you will be returning to the school. Its doe's sounds like a more rewarding job and you oviously love doing it and the children sedem to respond to you. Keep it up, you are doing so well. All the best Kathie.
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