Teachers need to get out in the real world (Letters, Oct. 25)
The letter writer had better hope that teachers don’t decide en masse to enter the private workforce.
Ninety-nine per cent of our teachers are multitalented, intelligent and dedicated people. They cleared many hurdles to compete for their position. They have the tried and proven ability to learn, teach and lead in a fast-paced, transitional, multi-tasking work environment. They can plan, organize, prioritize, delegate and manage with efficiency and accuracy.
They work well as part of a team and independently, plus they do so simultaneously. Their interpersonal and communication skills are second to none. They work on specifics while keeping the large picture in focus. They do all of this publicly, under the scrutiny and critical eyes of students, parents, politicians and administrators.
The energy and stamina that is required to perform their job, with emphasis on the word perform, is commensurate with that required of other highly-trained professionals. How they manage to recharge for each workday is nothing short of remarkable.
If teachers do get out in the real world, they will displace many angry, disgruntled, unmotivated, apathetic people. They will earn the best positions and thrive. They will bump many of our private sector workers to the curb.
I have a question for anyone who criticizes our educators. If teaching is such a cakewalk, why aren’t you one?
Don Morrow, Hamilton
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