Nothing To Be Nervous About
Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 | Sara the Teacher
I had a rather interesting experience today. A prinicipal from a middle school in Palmdale brought 3 teachers to my classroom to observe me teaching. They are implementing UCLA’s Intro to Algebra program at their site, and not finding much success. I invited them to come and observe me and my students and offered to help them in any way possible. It was quite something to have 3 teachers, a principal, an instructional aide, and a UCLA master teacher sitting at the back of my classroom for 90 minutes. My students were quiet most of the period and most of them were on task. I was very nervous, and even had a nightmare two nights ago about the whole ordeal. I can confidently say, however, that the observation went smoothly. I am a little passionate about the Intro to Algebra program and the types of students I teach. Any chance I can get to share my excitement with others, is well worth it! Even if it means teaching to a bunch of grown-ups.
2 Comments to Nothing To Be Nervous About
You’re a good teacher, friend…leverage the nervousness to your advantage and continue in your path of excellence 
Mom (Lauri)February 20, 2008
I’m so proud of you, Sara! I know how nerve-wracking it is to have other teachers observing you. I had six in my classroom last week and I was a bit nervous as well. But I am confident that your visitors went away encouraged and inspired by what they observed you doing with your students. Way to go!
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