HOW IT ALL STARTED
Yessss! Finally I'm having a chance to talk about how my journey to this noble teaching profession all started. Actually, I haven't really had to think about how it all started cos I've been more intentional about "what next" hence, my reasons for starting this blog. However, it is needful to reflect on one's starting point as it makes you become more grateful and full of hope to forge ahead. Today, I'll try to share some of my experiences about my journey to the world of teaching.
I had never thought that I would one day become a teacher, neither did I love the sound of the name "teacher" as a kid. Infact, I was one of those that would say to the teaching profession, "God forbid" π
I was only about 16 years old when I was employed in a school for the very first time while working towards gaining an admission to the university. The very first class I taught was Age 1-2 and my first day of work, I remember was so exhausting. I never knew I'd return to work the next day but I did and I'm wondering why nowπ Maybe I really needed that extra source of income at that time 'cos it couldn't have been passion for the job as I was just starting to discover what it really meant to be a teacher.
I was employed as a full class teacher but had to understudy an older colleague for some weeks since I was new in the 'teaching field" as it was commonly called then. I learnt to sing, dance, jump, teach, shout, scream, clean them up and I was a fast learner. Before long, I was known by the Proprietress and became a household name as parents wanted to meet with me to know "who is this Miss Blessing?"
After few weeks of mentoring, I was immediately transferred to a higher Nursery class age 3-4 and that was how I began to realize that teaching was something that I enjoyed and did it effortlessly.
Still in that school after a while, I was moved to some other Primary classes. This helped me in accruing a rich teaching experience during my stay with them.
In my next article, I will be talking about my journey in the Nursery section as compared to the Primary section. I hope to get your contributions too. Thank you..
Your favourite teacher,
Blessing Epum
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Nice. This will be really encouraging to newbie educators. Congratulations and keep soaring
ReplyDeleteThank you... I'm encouraged by your words.
DeleteVery nice piece. Eager to know about your journey.
ReplyDeleteThanks a whole lot. I'm motivated to do more.
DeleteOh myπ I was hooked on the write-up from the beginning ❤️ can't wait to hear your storyπ
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I'm really grateful for your kind wordsπ
DeleteWow! A beautiful experience indeed. Watching out for the next episode
ReplyDeleteThank you...! It's so sweet to know thatππ
DeleteGreat piece !
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Mr. Oladele. I'm really grateful π
DeleteGreat article, God's way of putting you in the right path. Expecting more posts from you. Thanks
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I'm inspired π
DeleteWow! quite encouraging for those who don't appreciate the call to be a teacher.I look forward to more
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to know it's helpful. Thank you π
DeleteGreat things starts from little beginnings. Hope read more about your experiences.π
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DeleteYou're absolutely right and I'm grateful for your kind words.
DeleteA very humble beginning.
ReplyDeleteYou can say that again. Thank you for reading throughπ
Deleteinteresting write up, the Why now got me π but overall a good portrayal of a growth process . Thumbs Up.
ReplyDeleteLol... Honestly, I wasn't driven by passion from the very first day but I'm glad I discovered my passion while on the jobπππ
DeleteWonderful and interesting piece. Keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I'm inspired.
DeleteWowπCongrats sweetie. I remember our experience together as youth corpers in Owerri and how you taught the learners with passion. Even though I switched from teaching to banking I can't forget my experience as a teacher. Well done babes. I'm proud of you.
ReplyDeleteOh... babesππ Thank you so much. I'm so grateful ππ
DeleteKeeping it real, you are doing a great Job!π
ReplyDeleteThanks a whole lot for thisππ
DeleteWow. Nice Blessing. Really proud of you.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I'm grateful π€©
DeleteWow! Really interesting, I can feel you.
ReplyDeleteπThanks a lot. It's so good to know.
DeleteReally interesting. Hmmm a start of a bigger ending
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. It's means a lot ππ
Delete"God forbid"πInteresting journey to purpose and
ReplyDeletepassion. Well done dear sis,No doubt "Teaching, love for children and all
the patience involved you have it! Keep soaring girl! Expecting the next blogπ
ππ€©Thank you so much... I'm so motivated.
DeleteLovely piece. I can't wait to hear see more.
ReplyDeleteI'm so grateful for your kind words...π
DeleteNice piece dear. Keep up the good workπ
ReplyDeleteThank you dearπ I'm grateful.
DeletePassionate Blee, I wish we can find more teachers like you for our kids. You are doing well
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Gloriaππ I'm grateful π
DeleteLol, nice one.
ReplyDeleteNow you're giving me reminiscing vibes of "little beginning days".
Keep kicking arse though πͺπ½
πBros Zoe I'm grateful. Thank you for the encouragement ππ€©
DeleteInteresting piece π. Keep it up
ReplyDeleteWow! Thank you so much. I'm motivatedππ
Deletecongrats dear
ReplyDeleteThank you dear π
DeleteAnd we are honored to have our son in your class. You are outstanding no doubt about that. Best wishes in your journey.
ReplyDeleteAwww... Thank you so much sir/ma'am. I'm as well honoured to be your son's teacherπ
DeleteThank you sir. I'm so grateful ππ
ReplyDeleteWow... I enjoyed the article... nicely written. Pls keep it coming...
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. Your feedback means a lot π€©π€©
DeleteWow !! No doubt your love for children is heavenly !! Even your master Jesus Christ is so proud of you my darling sister !! You are a rare gem nd we live. D appreciate you hugely. Keep up the good works, it's a special callingπππ₯°π€πͺπͺπ
ReplyDeleteAwww ...thank you so much. This means a whole lotπππ₯°π₯°
DeleteThis is really very inspiring for us that have not been there for long.
ReplyDeleteWeldon Sis, I emulate
It's really good to know you found this inspiring and helpful. Thank you... I'm motivated by your kind words.
DeleteInformally, we're all teachers from our ender ages - knowingly or unknowingly and I'm glad you took interest in this noble profession unlike many.
ReplyDeleteThis is cheering you're dropping insights on how it all started with you.
Thank you Hokonπ yeah, I think you have a point there.
DeleteThank you for your kind words π
Beautiful write up ...looking forward to the next article π
ReplyDeleteππIt's great to onow! Thank you so much for your motivation π
DeleteBeautiful write up, keep it up
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly ππππ
DeleteWow π This experience of yours is so intriguing.Greater heights ma'am.
ReplyDeleteThank you dearπππππ₯°
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