After a week and a half of being here at Walbottle, I've realized a lot about myself and this profession. English teachers are very hard-working and under a lot of stress, and I can understand now why many of them are pushing for reforms and changes in the education system. I, personally, would never want to work in an English school, as I feel like the pressure and lack of enthusiasm from students would be too disheartening for me. I have a lot of respect for those that can, though. The school staff went to expensive universities to get jobs that are under a lot of pressure and aren't always rewarding (however they can be). I've found that I don't think I would do well in such in environment, however I'm not sure how I would in the American system. If it's anything like it, I don't think I would want to do it.
I've also learned that while I don't mind speaking and interacting with large groups, I would thrive much better in environments where I can work with a small group of people closely, so I want to look for jobs where I can work with a close team. I also have found that I want to stay closer when I go away to college. Too much change is very stressful for me, so if I can stay home while transitioning to a different school, I think I'll be much happier and it'll be easier for me to get comfortable with the community.
I feel like this internship was quite a learning and eye-opening experience, and I'm glad I had this early on before I chose my profession.
I've also learned that while I don't mind speaking and interacting with large groups, I would thrive much better in environments where I can work with a small group of people closely, so I want to look for jobs where I can work with a close team. I also have found that I want to stay closer when I go away to college. Too much change is very stressful for me, so if I can stay home while transitioning to a different school, I think I'll be much happier and it'll be easier for me to get comfortable with the community.
I feel like this internship was quite a learning and eye-opening experience, and I'm glad I had this early on before I chose my profession.