10 THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE GOING INTO TEACHING | Salary, Schedule, Behaviors + More!

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This video I talk about the top TEN THINGS I wish I knew before I got into teaching. Teaching is my dream job and I can't imagine myself doing anything else BUT there is a lot I didn't know about it and I wish I had been more prepared. I hope this helps out those of you who are thinking about going into education or are already studying education!

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[crayons]

I feel like teachers would be much happier if they got paid more. Yes it's not always about money, but when you are a working adult, you *need* money to sustain yourself. Especially when teachers spend so much time outside of school grading and planning, it's just unfair.

[chiefkeef]

Teachers should make 100k all across the US. You guys are super heros without a cape.

[skymorgue]

This was great. I recently aged out of the foster system and was a “troubled youth” if you know what I mean. I never cared about school and was generally very angry and mean. But it took one very special teacher to change my world! Now I’m entering college this fall (No saw it coming, lol) to become a teacher myself 🥰 teachers are THE most important people on the planet. Cannot wait until I can return the favor.

[rose.b.]

All other careers I considered solely for the pay, but once I considered teaching, the pay meant nothing to me. I didn't care that I wouldn't make 6 figures. I found myself so excited about the thought of teaching and changing young lives for the better. I think I found my calling I haven't finished your vid yet but I know it will be helpful in seeing if this is right for me. ♡

[HeyTeacherhood]

Teaching is so much tougher than people realize!

[ht]

"You don't become a teacher for the money"
So true!
First yr is worse not only are you at the bottom of the pay scale, you have the most amount of work, the students know your new so give you a hard time, and if you didn't start at the beginning of the yr you actually don't get the full pay, to top it off some states make you do even more work having to go through an induction program. Best advice for someone thinking of going into teaching. Start as a teacher's aid or as a substitute.
My first week and month I was cursed at, threatened, and had to deal with student drug use. Also I've been taking on a second and third job.

[spenkle]

I’m going to begin the journey of getting an elementary education degree this upcoming fall and I am so glad I stumbled upon this video! I had tossed around ideas for dozens of majors/careers over the past couple of years but none of them excited me as much as teaching, and I think it’s my calling!

[jeannelle_]

This was really helpful! In my program, they constantly talk about self care and ways to prevent burn out and no matter what job you have, especially if you're constantly "on" like you said, self care is a MUST!!!! Thank you for sharing your tips <3

[Shelbydee]

I think every single program in school should include a placement aspect. It’s so important to be able to go in there and ask all these questions and figure all this stuff out prior to going through all the schooling and becoming fully invested. I know so many people who went through their entire programs and then hated their jobs when they started

[cosmist]

I genuinely thought I would be able to handle being a teacher. It really is a tough job. It can be rewarding, but the negative moments can crush you sometimes. It is very mentally taxing. It is also very mentally, physically, and emotionally demanding. I’m currently in my first placement, and it is soooo tough. You do not have a lot of time to yourself, and planning becomes your whole life. This video helped me realize that teaching is not for everyone, and I am part of that. It’s ok to change your mind.

[johnlopez]

Yes, it is important to have a mental shut off valve to be able to step away. Find time for yourself and to find something that will help you to relax.Students do act differently when there is a full moon, so be prepared when the next one happens. It also helps when you have a supportive principal who never forgets how far he or she has come. A principal is a master teacher and not a master of teachers. Enjoy your week and take care.

[javiwalker]

I loved this, super helpful! I'd love to see a video all about behavior management, with strategies you've learned and tried out! ✨

[sumaiyaamin]

This is on point. It almost brought me to tears. Working all day.. Lord. Teaching gave me anxiety attacks.

[tuskoyy]

I am going to go into my first year of teaching here teaching sixth grade and this video has so many true and helpful talking points. My parent was initially not very supportive when I told them that I wanted to be a teacher and I was met with, “teachers don’t make that much” and “are you sure you would make a good teacher?” Well, that was nearly seven years ago and here I am now. I stuck with the plan and brushed off everyone who met me with reluctance. I’m very nervous for my first year and I know it’s going to be very hard, but I also know that I’m a strong person and I won’t back down no matter how challenging it gets. My biggest goal this year is that I can foster a warm and caring classroom environment where students and I alike will be able to grow from our mistakes

[misterb]

Very nice video. Finishing my 27th year our here in southern California, teaching 5th and/or 6th. I honestly believe I learned far more subbing for two years, than from an intense teacher program and two quarters of student teaching.

[byeteaching]

This video is a goldmine for teachers like me who are looking to switch careers. Your tips on avoiding these mistakes are invaluable. I'll be sharing this with my fellow educator friends who are considering a change. Keep up the fantastic work!

[taylorobowa]

I'm very happy that I have worked as a special education para before deciding to become a teacher. If you can take your state test and do the same I recomend substitute paraing before teaching to learn how to deal with kids one on one.

[ameliasinclair]

Hello, I am currently in college majoring in elementary education with a minor in special education and reading. I just recently joined your page and have loved watching your videos. I have learned so much! This video was definitely one of my favorites and was very beneficial for me as a future educator. Do you have any other advice to give to us future teachers? Anything will help! P.s. Thank you for being an amazing teacher! We need more people like you in this world!

[denissesantillan]

I bet your kids love you. You're really an honest person. 💜 I'm praying to get into school to become a STEM teacher. The idea of living below my means to serve in a less-than lucrative career field has been heavy on my heart recently. Specifically in underprivileged areas. Growing up, I went to a school that seemed to have had unlimited resources, and other schools that had very little of anything for teachers and students!! Seeing and experiencing the difference it can make on both sides of the spectrum gives me enough drive to make a difference. Thanks for your honesty! You provide lots of wisdom as a teacher here.

[isabelwackley]

this was so helpful!! i’m in high school and it’s always been my dream to go into teaching! love all your videos!!! they make me so excited to be a teacher myself 😊😊