Its really hard to start this entry because I've taken in so much this week and have no idea where to begin. First of all, this country is like nothing I have seen before. At one moment I find myself appalled by something and the next I'm completely captivated.
It has undoubtedly been a tough transition. When I arrived here I was not sure about this place... I think the fact that everything is so different, nothing feels like home, everyone is new and its so brutally hot all contributed to my discomfort.
The good news is that I've settled in...I've met some incredible people, have wonderful students and am embracing this experience.
A little about my placement...
I'm the Grade Five teacher for 15 incredible students. This class has been having a tough time because they have no teacher....so my help is greatly appreciated here.
After spending a few days teaching I have been completely blown away by the intelligence of my students. They are a very bright group of kids and I'm so excited to spend the next five weeks with them. I've been teaching them creative writing, poetry, and I'm planning on teaching them how to read music. The challenging part is this....
My classroom is outside in a space shared with 3 other classes...and there is a significant lack of resources.
My main goal is to create an inviting learning environment and provide the students with positive reinforcement.
My homebase is chaotic, but pretty awesome. The staff here are great and the other volunteers are all really nice.
I miss my family and friends (and airconditioning) but things are good here and even though it has been a tough transition i'm holding out and trying to embrace this incredible opportunity.
-A
It has undoubtedly been a tough transition. When I arrived here I was not sure about this place... I think the fact that everything is so different, nothing feels like home, everyone is new and its so brutally hot all contributed to my discomfort.
The good news is that I've settled in...I've met some incredible people, have wonderful students and am embracing this experience.
A little about my placement...
I'm the Grade Five teacher for 15 incredible students. This class has been having a tough time because they have no teacher....so my help is greatly appreciated here.
After spending a few days teaching I have been completely blown away by the intelligence of my students. They are a very bright group of kids and I'm so excited to spend the next five weeks with them. I've been teaching them creative writing, poetry, and I'm planning on teaching them how to read music. The challenging part is this....
My classroom is outside in a space shared with 3 other classes...and there is a significant lack of resources.
My main goal is to create an inviting learning environment and provide the students with positive reinforcement.
My homebase is chaotic, but pretty awesome. The staff here are great and the other volunteers are all really nice.
I miss my family and friends (and airconditioning) but things are good here and even though it has been a tough transition i'm holding out and trying to embrace this incredible opportunity.
-A
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