Giving Hope

As a Christian teacher you are able to constantly give hope to your students, parents, and co-workers. You know that your self-worth comes from the Lord not from man. Many students are crying out for hope and as you set the standard and example, in the classroom, you are able to present them with that hope. You are able to share hope by encouragement, consistency, and showing the students you care about them as a person, not just making them an academic scholar. In a public school classroom it can sometimes be very hard for teachers to share their faith, but if the students see that you are a faithful, committed, consistent teacher who cares about their students, it will open doors to minister to them and their families.

Feb 6

I think being a christian teacher is a great way to touch childrens lives. It gives me an opportunity to shape the mind of a young person while sharing the love I have for teaching and for Jesus. I think that no matter what kind of home life a child has that they can be molded into a very successful young person. I am truly excited to be able to share my love of children and of education with others. I know that christian beleifs and methods are not always present in a public shcool classroom setting, but showing teh love of Christ is something that can be present in any situation.

Rebekah

As a Christian we are set apart people. Everyone has a special calling on their lives, as Christians we should be ready to grasp on to the anointing that God has placed on our lives. It is important that as a teacher we reflect our Christianity and display it through our actions whether in the classroom or outside the classroom. I understand there are certain restrictions in classrooms today, but with every law there is always a loop hole. Through these loop holes I believe there are ways to share Christ with others.

Sunday Night the 27th

I would think that you could best show your Christan ideals by just being engaged and actually caring about the students. Students don't wanna be treated like numbers, they wanna be treated like actual human beings. I think that showing love and compassion is one of the best possible ways you could minister to students. It's kinda cool to me to think that I might one day make a difference in some kids life because I'm following what I think God wants me to do.

What do i Have to offer as a christian teacher

I believe that as a Christian I have a lot to offer students. I want to show students by the way that I live my life that being a christian doesn't mean that you have all of these strict rules to follow, and that you're quick to judge and condemn others. I believe that too many christians are quick to condemn, and slow to love. I want to show the world that you can be a "real" christian in the world, and not tell everyone that they're going to hell in a handbasket.

travis, jan 24 2008

As a christian, I feel I am well placed to bring a set of morals and personal conviction to the classroom that I believe many of today's teachers lack.I also bring a passion for the job and an excitement to be in the position to shape young minds.I hope to show the students i teach there are teachers in their schools who care about the welfare of their students.
I believe that I can make the subject I teach exciting and bring history to life for students who otherwise would have no interest.In my personal experience my academic career was saved by a teacher who did exactly that. Many of you will be familiar with this teacher because he has since received his PHD and is currently a Dr of history here at the university of mobile.The profs name is Dr burnett but as a young student we called him simply Mr. B.

tara jan24

I think that being a christian empowers me to have all of the needed qualities to insure that my students will the best that they can be. A teacher needs to show the fruits of the spirit in dealing with many issues of teaching. I hope that I will be able to use patience, love, and kindness to let my students know that no matter what type of home life they have, they ar important and loved. If I am more Christ-like myself, then my students will hopefully feel a sense of comfort so that they will be able to pursue their own dreams. I will be able to draw on Go

What do I have to give?

As a Chrsitian I know I have so much to offer as a teacher. Not only will I be able to teach my children different subjects, but I will also be able to teach them good values by the way I live. With Christ everything has changed in my life. This includes the way I view things as well as how I react to different situations. I know that as a Christian teacher the Lord will give me wisdom as to how to discipline my students. He will also give me discernment pertaining to individual student needs. I know it will not always be easy, but with Christ I will be able to have compassion, gentleness, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and self control towards my students. This should make a huge difference in the classroom setting.

shana #1

As a Christian, one of the most important things I have to offer students is love. Christianity is based on the simple concept of love. Many of the characteristics of a good teacher could be termed as being love. Through love a person is patient, kind, honest, professional, and willing to go the extra mile for people (students). With the love of Christ a person can become everything they need to become for other people(especially when you are in your purpose).

January 24, 2008

As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe all things should be done in order to show glory to him. Since I feel like I am called by him to teach elementary school kids, there are many things I would strive to do in the classroom. I would keep in mind that each of my children are fearfully and wonderfully made. With that being said, I would treat each and every one of them as God's creation. I would also submit a positive attitude and loving environment towards my fellow co-teachers and administrators. Showing them Christ's love through everything I say and do, but more importantly making sure he glows through my actions towards my kids in my classroom, etc.
Being a good, christian example at all times can be trying, especially in today's world. I know the pressure can seem somewhat stressful at times. Even though it can seem uneasy, I believe soaking myself in his word everyday, being an active member of a church family or small group, and being christ-centered in my family will certainly help in my daily walk at my job, as well as with the Lord. In doing all these things, living out what I feel like I have been called to do will be so much easier in my workplace if I continue to have a Christian perspective in all of my actions.

Sarah Jan 24, 2008

From a Christian perspective, I believe that God has instilled in me patience. He has given me the ability to understand that people learn at different times and levels than others. I also believe He as given me the gift of compassion. I have always had a deep desire in my heart to help others. I know He has given me the gifts of patience and compassion to help me change the lives of young children and to help mold their futures. I hope to take these qualities into the classroom and make children love learning and make the classroom a place that they enjoy.

Marlana 1/24/08

I feel that I have a lot to offer as a teacher. I am one of those people who find learning exciting. I love to learn new things and teach it to others as I go. I put Christ first in everything that I do. I am very compassionate when it comes to others. Although, there are times when I tend to speak things that are on my mind. I never have the intentions of hurting the feelings of others. I have a love for children as well. With the love for learning and teaching I feel that I can offer a lot as a teacher.

blog 1-24-08 Jessica Enslen

From a Christian perspective, as a teacher, I can be a mentor of some sort. If a student has a problem, I want them to be able to come to me and tell me their problems. Then I can give them a Christian view point on the subject of their problem. I feel that this is a calling on my life and I want to try with everything in me to be a good, Christian example for my students. For them to see that there is something different about me and want to know more.

I believe that, as a Christian, all things should be done wholeheartly as a servant of the Lord. As a teacher I would make every effort to do my job in a manner that would bring honor to God. That would be doing my job with an attitude of service. I would want to give my full attention and devotion to my students helping fill their needs. I believe all children should be treated equally even if they have different needs. It will be my job to help them understand the information as clearly and quickly as possible. I should have a heart for the kids and look at serving them as I would be serving Jesus.
I also would be devoted to serve my school and the community. I would try to live my life in a manner that brings respect for my school, district, city, and all teachers in general.

Marc Mahan 1/24/08

As a christian, I feel I have alot to offer the kids involving their education. I will be able to influence the students not only in the classroom, but also on the playing fields. I will hopefully be able to be a mentor to the students, not just another teacher to them.
Being a christian teacher, I feel I can present the students an education in a Godly way. I will not only be able to teach them classroom things, but also morals and life lessons. I think morals and life lessons are just as important as anything you can learn in school. The way I live my life, the way I conduct my class, the way I interact with the students, are just a few ways I think the they will know that I am different.
The way I coach is another way I can present Christ to them. I will be able to get closer to players than a regular teacher. I will be a father figure to some of them, as well as a mentor to others.
I will have a chance to help mold young minds into what they may become in the future. In my mind, there is only one way to do that, and that is with Godly teachings.

Jan. 24, 2008

As an educator I will view each student, each child and each individual as God's creation, created in His own imagine. My students will not be faces, names or numbers. Each student has a life, problems, family, friends, questions, drerams and more. My intent is to view my students individually and personilize his/her education to meet his/her own needs. As a Christian each of us should see not just students as God's creation but our classmates, co-workers, instructors, superiors and random people in random places as well. I hope I went in the proper direction for responding to the question.

Krystle 1/24/08

As a Christian there are many things one can offer the classroom. One thing I like is that as a Christian I will be a good role model for my students. I work as a substitute and I see how the children look up to their teachers for guidance. Being a Christian I will automatically infuse the children with the good values and morals they need in life. Another great thing that being a Christian has to offer is that I'm a little more calm with the children. When they are disruptive, I do not get as aggravated as some other teachers do. I can keep calm and understand what is happening. I also believe that being a Christian helps in getting to know the children as well. It helps one be more understanding, and the children will show you even more respect when you can be understanding of their thoughts and feelings.

Ginna 1/24/08

As a Christian, I can offer creativity, uniqueness and knowledge of whatever we are discussing. I have substituted at LWKA, which is a christian school, and I worked with K-3 and K-4. To see children wanting to learn their alphabets, numbers, how to read and write is amazing. At this school, they even learn Bible verses, which to me is a plus. I love learning new things and I love teaching new things. As a teacher and a Christian, I feel that my students and I will learn together. Children are so innocent, I would teach them values that I think are morally correct. Children have opinions and I would let them express how and what they feel and what they believe.

Charity 1/24/08

From a christian perspective, as a teacher, I have love to offer. God has given me such a passion for children and for music. To be able to combine the two as my career is a huge blessing! Not only will I care about the subject of which I'm teaching, but I will care more about the students as individuals. I think one of the largest qualities needed to be a great teacher is that of compassion, not only inside the classrooom, but also out. I would not only be able to offer knowledge, but a sense of love and security for the students. A love that hopefully would change their lives for the better.

Go therefore...

In Matthew 28:19, Jesus gives us what is one of the greatest commissions of all time, second only, perhaps, to loving Him and our neighbors. All to often, however, we focus solely on His first few words: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations...." While the obedience of going and making disciples is certainly very important, we must not miss the remainder of His statement: "Go...teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Teaching, along with going and discipling is an act of obedience we are all called to whether it is a full-time profession, an unexpected, God-given opportunity, or simply by setting a Christ-like example in our daily lives. As such, we are to treat it as with utmost attention. We are to teach, not for our own glory or for our employer, but as unto the Lord. In doing this, every other characteristic of a good teacher will fall in line: love, joy, patience, kindness, wisdom, faithfulness, and maybe even some organizational and classroom-management skills! I believe that as long as I seek Him first and study and work for His glory alone, all of these things will follow, just as He has promised me!

Question 1

From a Christian perspective, what do you have to offer as a teacher?

Welcome to Foundations of Education (TE201). A portion of your class participation grade will be based upon your posted responses to the weekly topic. All students are required to post one response per week. Responses should be between one and three paragraphs. Please remember that your postings are a reflection of you, the School of Education and the University of Mobile. Your postings should be thoughtful, respectful, well-written, and proof-read.