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LordIsaac:
12 years in the profession. Modeled many. About to retire to take up another degree. 5 years ago, I fell in love with an SS2 student of a school. I was 21. So I resigned from that school and went to another. 3years later...I noticed I became over protective of her and her teenager characteristics became unbearable. I spoilt her...created a monster as a result. Tried to be firm later, but it was too late. As of today, we are no longer together, but she still misses me. I could no longer tolerate her...love deteriorated to pity, pity to anger, anger to hatred....The lesson from all these is, please leave those girls alone as a teacher. They may be physically matured but emotionally, you'd just be abusing a big child. I take full responsibilities for my actions, and from then on, I vowed never to date my student!

Hmmn...LordIsaac,

Thanks for sharing. Quite an enlightening story. Though you didn't explicitly say it, I'm guessing sex was involved. For such is the only way to create a 'monster' out of a female teenager.

The truth is, I don't blame you much as you were only 21 at the time. At least I recall my tendencies at that age

Another truth is that I've equally been tempted to tow your line but I won't. In the school I teach, two girls in JSS 3 have taken to me. They show it openly that they like me and even encourage me to call them 'My Dear' whenever i'm addressing them. Sometimes, they offer me snacks and I only accept when I'm 'too hungry to reject'.

I try to be cautious though. They are both more mature in their looks than age or emotions so I just can't mess with them. Last Friday, one of them tried to sit on my lap, which I disallowed while the other asked to know where I live.

It would be wrong of me to indulge them in pre-intimacy or actual sex at such an early age. I won't forgive myself when they become 'monsters' or 'nymphomaniacs' in the future. I just teach, entertain their jokes, accept their tasty snacks when I'm too weak to resist and take my leave.

Sleekyshuga:
LOL @ bold words... Well, he always flattered me in class; quite bold for his age..

Yeah! I can imagine. Some kids are like that. Got two of 'em in my school too. Females and they are both six years old.

Sleekyshuga:
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Micheal (her confidant) decided to spill the beans . He ran to my table, whispering, though loud enough for others to hear. 'Ms, Favor said her grandmother will beat you very well'.

At first, it sounded funny but laughing would show my lack of seriousness. I turned to look at Favor who was almost peeing on herself .. 'Ms, Micheal is lying. I didn't say so. He is lying **her eyes teary**.

Such a concerned little man Michael was. He probably had a crush on his teacher and didn't want to see her nurse a black eye in school. #JustSaying

Thanks for sharing your story. Quite an entertaining read.

zaynie:
Dear Teacher, what would you do to this naughty child.

Lolz...

Very funny Zaynie! The question/joke sure cracked me up. But I think I'd have to go with Olanna's response; even though I'd know for sure that the student was just being mischievious.

After discouraging him against fighting next time, I'd express my gratitude for standing up for me and then gladly grant more time to complete the homework.

Greetings friends in the noble teaching profession,

Kindly allow me share this piece of advice for those who may find it useful.

It is noteworthy that we are still experiencing an economic recession. Times are hard, prices of goods and services are still on the rise and parents; just like everyone else are particular about getting the most out of goods and services paid for.

"But how does this affect teaching?" you may ask. Well, let me illustrate with a quick story. Today, a parent visited the school where I teach and caused a scene. Visibly upset, she verbally attacked our proprietor and a fellow teacher. Her problem was that, despite paying tuition in full, she observed that lately, notes in her daughter's exercise book were copied directly from a textbook. At least three chapters and all were word-for-word.

She was furious at this and I was astonished myself. At the end, the angry parent was pacified with a promise that such would never repeat itself. The erring teacher also received a stern warning.

Now while I attributed the mishap to the teacher's laziness, I thought about the possibility of such happening in other schools. I thought about where teachers, due to hard times or family challenges began to feel discouraged and lazy about teaching properly. I thought about the consequences on the teaching profession and resultant effects on innocent students.

The truth is, students, no matter how young, are very perceptive by nature. They can easily tell when a teacher is lazy and when a teacher doesn't know what he or she is teaching. Worse is that they give regular feedback to their parents. Once asked "So how was school today?" or "So what did you learn at school today?", they start singing like birds....if you get my drift.

So my point is, teachers should always act like role models and avoid this pitfall. Lesson notes must always be prepared from textbooks in advance and simplified in grammar to aid the students' learning.

If students become aware that much of the notes they copy are from one particular textbook, they become cunning and start to give silly excuses for missing school knowing full well that they can easily run to that textbook for notes once tests or exams are near.

As responsible teachers we certainly don't want this to happen.

Need I say more? I'm positive the point has been well made.

May GOD help us all.

Long Live Nairaland teachers!
Long Live Nigeria!

Hello all.

This morning, I received an anonymous text message for a job briefing. Below is the content of the message -

"Having gone thru your CV, You have been found suitable for a BRIEFING on Wed 12/10/16 by 9AM at OLATUNJI HOUSE 299, Ikorodu Rd by Idiroko B/stop Maryland. P17"

The header of the SMS read PRO-INTL and I was very curious. I was curious because I didn't recall applying for a job in the company. My curiosity then became suspicion as I remembered all the scam companies that exist and thrive by milking job-seeking graduates of whatever little cash they have.

To confirm my suspicion, I googled the company name and address. Lo and behold, top on the search results page was a link to Nairaland (thank GOD for Seun and the awesome website).

Reading through, I got to learn that PRO-INTL went forrmerly by the name PRO-ENDOZ. Same address, different company name.

Here is the link -

https://www.nairaland.com/2854393/pro-endoz-real-fake

Now i'm not one who is quick to judge but going by all the comments about PRO-ENDOZ, I safely concluded that the company is a fraudulent one.

Therefore, to the entire management of PRO-INTL, this is for you - Nairaland and Google have helped enlighten me. I will not be attenting your fake briefing tomorrow. I will rather teach my naughty but lovable students.

Cheers!

Hello friends and co-teachers,

My phone has been down for the most part of today, which is why i'm only posting now. No light in my neighbourhood. Up CHANGE!

Anyway, I hope you all had a relaxing weekend? I sure wish you a fruitful and impactful week. Do make the most of your resources and keep the students learning.

Cheers!

One love!

MrMarvelous:
Brainiac ke? Lol.
I studied Mechanical Engineering in school, so it's not really about Brainiac.
I'll admit though, I do aiit.

I really love this thread.

Lolz..Alright mehn! Pleasantly noted. I studied Mass communication and English has always been my favourite subject.

Keep enlightening young boys and girls.

As they say, our ultimate reward awaits us in Heaven.

*I study my lesson topics countless times before going to class. i rehearse possible questions i will be asked and provide answers to them*

I particularly like this. Such is expected of every serious teacher. Plus the teaching profession being looked down on has been the situation since time immemorial. I guess it is a reflection of our society and its attitude towards education.

MrMarvelous:
Hello guys, I just got my first teaching job. I have been teaching Maths, F/Maths and Physics for about a month now.
And here's what I observed about everything, students know you; every single thing about you, the way you talk, the way you walk, your confidence level (this is very essential), your body language etc.

Ma was a teacher, and I think I have her teaching genes...how else will I explain why Teaching is my love?

Any advice given will be highly appreciated.

Welcome on board Mr Marvelous!

Maths, Further Maths and Physics? Gosh! You must be a brainiac.

And you are quite right about your observations. Confidence level is key in teaching, else the bold, raucous students take you for granted.

preciousMI1:
best thing I've ever seen in a long time. I really need this.

Really glad to hear/read that Precious.

Welcome on board! *gives a humble teacher's bow*

Olanna45:
The highest punishment i can give to them is to send the erring one(s) out of the class. I also try to curtail the level of familiarity i have with some of them.

Its not really easy.

Oh yeah! I quite agree. I'll confess i'm a victim of this 'familiarity' thing. A quick story if you don't mind. Yesterday being Friday, one of my female students playfully smacked me on the face with her textbook (note that I didn't say exercise book).

Though it hurt much, I had to bear the pain while giving her a stern warning never to try that again. I guess she thought it was okay to do that just because I'm very easy going in her class and because she and her bestie gave me a cube of Choco Milo earlier that morning.

Familiarity truly breeds much contempt.

THE MODERN DAY TEACHER

The modern day teacher ........

- Is always punctual and regular at school.

- Dresses smartly.

- Never curses, never uses swear words or vulgarity.

- Is never quick to beat or flog students.

- Gives regular classwork and homework.

- Is patient and tolerant with students' pace of learning.

- Uses examples the students can relate to when explaining concepts/terminologies at all times.

- Endeavours to adopt simple words when dictating to students (unless when teaching vocabulary).


Please feel free to add yours.

Thank you.

Olanna45:
Teaching has exposed me to so many things about i know nothing about.

I am more compassionate towards teenagers and children.

I tend to be more careful about how i talk, how i dress and how i relate fellow humans, because teachers are role models.

Indeed Olanna!

Teachers must act as role models at all times. I am gradually boosting my tolerance level because normally, I could get hot tempered and physical. It would be so absurd to vent my anger on these innocent youngsters. Imagine the harm that would be caused?

And em..in reply to your questions, I'd say the pay isn't worth my stress. The pay is very little but I take solace in the facts that I foremost love to teach and that the school is a trekkable distance.

Thanks for sharing what you teach. I've had no issues with handing-out punishments so far. The erring students comply. Not that I enjoy punishing my students though. I only use that as a last resort. So how do you then cope with your SSS 1 students? Do share please.

I pray I'll never have to flog my students....ever.

So help me GOD.

Olanna45:
i teach Jss1- ss1.
I can't wait to hand over the ss1 class to someone else. Its so hectic. Those children feel i am to young to be a teacher. They look down on me alot.
Personally, i don't know to flog.

Nice idea though. Thread for teachers.

That's nice Olanna45. I teach English Language, Phonics, Social Studies and Civics Education to JSS 1 - JSS 3 students. It's a medium-sized school and my students are not so many. I detest flogging students too and rather adopt punishment. Works for me.

preciousMI1:
please do

Alright then. I just did. If it suits you, we may continue our convo there.

GOD bless!

Cc

Olanna45

PreciousMI1

Zaynie


It gives me much pleasure to welcome you all to this historic and distinguished forum for folks who have embraced the teaching profession and who are equally members of Nairaland.

Please kindly permit the name. Knowing quite well how threads could easily be counterfeited on Nairaland, there was the need to create an 'Original' and 'Last bus stop' for a thread dedicated to teachers, hence the name - Teachers' Terminus.

I assure that if we all cooperate, it is surely going to be a jolly good ride with every post on this thread.

This teachers' forum has the following objectives -

- Connect teachers who have Nairaland accounts.

- Help teachers share some knowledge to those who require it.

- Serve as a diary where teachers are free to share their daily experiences or challenges while doing what they know how to do best; developing young minds.

I personally wish to thank preciousMI1 and Olanna45 for the encouragement. I remain equally open to suggestions, opinions or ideas that could make our group thrive. Afterall, it belongs to us all.

Long Live Teachers!
Long Live Nairaland!
Long Live Nigeria!

preciousMI1:
I need that group like hell. I love teaching though the pay is small but lecturing is still teaching...

Lol..Indeed. Though I can't smile about my salary, the satisfaction I get in sharing knowledge and growing young minds keeps me going.

I need the group like hell too so maybe I should create one. Whatcha think?

zaynie:
I guess there should be. I don't know for sure. Go through topics in the Career section and you should see one.

And welcome to the world of teachers

Alright then! I'll act as advised. And thanks!

zaynie:
So I've been teaching for more than half of my life and I love it.
I've taught adults to read, can be hair pulling tho.
I've taught 8 year olds. They are the easiest to get along with.
I've taught secondary students, I'm never doing that again! The pranks, the attitude, the gossip, the challenging your authority......
I've taught 4-5year olds and they are the best! Innocent, obedient and pure. They tend to regard me like a 'god'. To them..... I know it all. I am perfect.







Now, I teach 2-3 year olds and my life is hell!
A funny kind of hell tho.
Sometimes I feel when they leave their houses in the morning, their only intention is to finish me before closing.
Sometimes I smack myself in the head and say Zaynie... what pushed you to go this low!
They repeat whatever you say!
You call out to them and they grin at you while running from you, expecting you to give chase.
They spend forever in the bathroom, one hand wash bottle per day is what we use up. I wasn't surprised when the basin quit after 1 week..... culprit was paper towels.
Just when you are serious to work, they find a neat excuse to leave your side..... I need to peepee, I want water....failure to comply; wet clothes from peepee or ear piercing screeches of "water! "
They take your name, muddle it up till even you cannot recognize it..... Ms Zainab is MeJaina, Ms Vic is MicVic.

And today, after I finished feeding Banky.... he said "Thank you my baby MeJaina" . Me! Baby!
Dara doesn't like eating by herself cos she doesn't like using her fingers! She will point to you, point to the food ( even specify the particular one she wants) then she will open her mouth and point to it.
Like seriously, how lazy can a child get


Right now, I hate my job when I am at work but love it once I get home and remember all the naughty things they did.






Gotta go now.

Hi Zaynie,

Nice write-up. You obviously love to teach no doubt. Em..I am actually new in the teaching profession. I take JSS 1 - JSS 3 students and was wondering if there was any forum on Nairaland where teachers could connect, share experiences and ideas?

Your response would be most kind.

Thank you.

Congrats to all the teachers out there, especially the veterans on the occasion of World Teachers' Day.

As a greenhorn in the teaching profession, I can humbly attest to the fact that teaching is indeed a noble career.

Long Live Teachers!

Long Live Nigeria!!