From The Teacher Shepherd: Great Teachers: Serve - For Kids And Country
close

For Kids & Country

  • Home
  • Join The Movement
  • About
  • Adopt A Teacher
  • Blogs
  • News
  • Resources
  • School Options
  • SeXXX Education
  • Toolkits
  • Union Exit
  • Union Politics
  • Videos
  • Donate
  •  Facebook
  •  Instagram
  •  Pinterest
  •  Twitter
  •  YouTube
  • More
For Kids & CountryFor Kids & Country
  • Menu
  • Join The Movement
      • Join The Movement
      • START HERE
      • Interactive Map Of Grassroots Groups Across America
      • Share A Printable Handout
  • Adopt A Teacher
  • Union Exit
      • Step One:

      • Teacher Toolkit
        • FAQ’s About Leaving Unions
      • Step Two:

      • Union Opt-Out
        • Opt Out of Your Union Today – By State (All 50 States)
      • Step Three:

      • Liability Insurance
        • Christian Educators Association International
        • Association Of American Educators
      • Extra Information You Might Want To Know

      • Keep Your Local
        • How To “Keep Your Local” Only Association
        • Union Facts: How To Decertify
        • CA Independent Teachers
        • Non-Union Alternatives For You
  • Union Politics
      • Union Politics
        • Union Politics (Home)
        • The Gompers’ Saga
        • Shocking Videos Of Union Leaders
  • School Options
  • SeXXX Ed
      • SeXXX Education
      • SeXXX Education (Home Page)
      • Parental Non-Consent Form for SeXXX Ed
      • California Parent Opt-Out Notice For SeXXX Ed
      • Get Educated About SeXXX Ed Toolkit
      • FKC Talks Sex Ed w/ PragerU
      • Helpful Organizations
        • The Legacy Institute
        • Alliance To Protect Children
        • Faith & Public Policy
        • Family Watch International
        • Parents’ Rights In Education
        • Protect Our Kids Now
        • Sex Ed Report
        • Stop CSE
        • United Parents
  • Toolkits
      • Toolkits
        • Critical Race Theory Toolkit
        • Parent Advocate Toolkit
        • Get Educated About SeXXX Ed Toolkit
        • Union Opt-Out Teacher’s Toolkits
  • News
      • In The News
        • News
        • Editorials In The News
          • By Rebecca Friedrichs
          • By Marguerite Gaspar
          • By Larry Sand
        • Interviews With FKC
        • Shocking Statements By Teachers’ Union Leaders – In Their Own Words
      • Blogs
        • Delighting In Safe Pasture With Linda
        • From The Teacher Shepherd
        • The Gompers Saga
        • Inspiring Stories
        • Lessons By Educators We Trust
        • Rebecca’s Musings: Thoughts Of Hope And Faith
        • The Sandstorm
      • Videos
        • FKC Talks Teacher Freedom With PragerU
        • FKC Video Archive
  • About
      • About FKC
        • About For Kids And Country
        • Founder’s Message
        • Join The Movement
        • Our Mission
        • Stay Connected
        • Privacy Policy
      • Rebecca Friedrichs
        • Meet Our Founder
        • Rebecca’s Book
        • Standing Up To Goliath
          • Book Club Questions
          • Book Reviews
      • Helpful Organizations
        • CA Teachers Empowerment Network
        • Gateways To Better Education
        • MN Educated Teachers
        • PA Free To Teach
        • Union Facts
  • Donate

From The Teacher Shepherd: Great Teachers: Serve

By Ted Stelle,

May 3, 2021
Title: Great Teachers: Serve
Author: Kate Bowers
Date: May 3, 2021
Source: Publicly Schooled

“Originally Posted February 5, 2020:

It’s no wonder I consider her my “favorite” teacher. Mrs. Cloffer* provided me with separate reading activities. Only now, as a teacher myself, do I understand the extra effort that took. She was generous with her time. Once, she had dinner at our house! Another time, she took my cousin and I out for ice cream. Mrs. Cloffer loved us, and worked hard to be the best teacher for her students. She set a good example for me.

I also am inspired by the many colleagues I’ve worked alongside over the years, who give tirelessly of themselves. It takes extra effort to bring in your own crockpot so that kids can make applesauce during a Johnny Appleseed unit. You have to be dedicated to meet and greet upcoming kindergartners in their own homes. And overnight field trips and outdoor school with middle schoolers? Yowza!

Great teachers are selfless and thoughtful. They are focused on doing what is in the best interest of their students. They don’t whine about spending money on items for their classroom; they are generous. Most likely, they will drop everything to help a coworker, a student, or a student’s parents. “Devoted to their students and students’ families,” aptly describes them.

Great teachers are understanding and see the big picture. They are in the profession to serve, and have the wisdom to see school funding comes from the families being served. These families have finite resources themselves, so making demands for more funds and higher compensation packages is not taken lightly by great teachers.

Great teachers approach problems with school resources just as they teach their students to approach problems: calmly, thoughtfully, and respectfully. A great amount of consideration is put into understanding what all parties involved need, because great teachers aren’t focused on what they can gain for themselves, but rather on what they can do for their students with the resources they’ve been given.

Great teachers are not doormats. No good servants are. Great teachers model strength and dignity, the ability to resolve issues considerately and for the benefit of all. This means there are no pictures of them screaming vehemently in another’s face with the purpose of filling their pockets with more money. They do not walk out on their students, because they know every instructional day matters – they are interested in what’s best for their students – and sometimes that means sacrificing.

Are there issues with teacher pay? With school funding? Maybe. Great teachers know it is counterproductive to stamp the sidewalks, chant and tantrum for the cameras. Little eyes are watching, little ears are hearing – learning from their role models. Not only that, great teachers wisely realize the union is orchestrating more behind the scenes than they let on to their members. So, just as they instruct their students to stay out of hyped up drama, they too refrain.

Mrs. Cloffer was wise, hardworking – and completely devoted to serving us, her students. Thank you for being my example, Mrs. Cloffer.”

 

Kate Bowers is the recognized Teacher Shepherd for For Kids & Country. Her writings may also be viewed on her blog at Publicly Schooled.

Post navigation

← PreviousFrom The Teacher Shepherd: Happy Teacher Appreciation Week
NextDelighting In Safe Pasture With Linda: Lift Up Your Eyes →

 

Recent News

  • The Sandstorm: Supreme Court Decision Advances Educational Freedom
  • The Sandstorm: The Feds Are Fully On Board The Trans Train

Follow Us

Facebook

For Kids & Country

3 hours ago

For Kids & Country
Attention TEACHERS in Nevada: July 1, teachers in Nevada will have TWO WEEKS to opt-out of teachers’ unions. Between July 1 and July 15 will be the only time during the year that educators can remove themselves from teachers’ unions. ... See MoreSee Less

Nevada teachers can opt-out of unions beginning July

www.8newsnow.com

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Starting Friday, July 1, teachers in Nevada will have two weeks to opt-out of teachers’ unions. Between July 1 and July 15 will be the only time during the year that ...
View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

For Kids & Country

3 hours ago

For Kids & Country
Do you know when education in America took a turn? Whose Children Are They explains what happened and why in this vital documentary about education in America. You can purchase your own DVD now. ... See MoreSee Less

Whose Children Are They?

whosechildrenarethey.com

Whose Children Are They? is a high quality, professional and persuasive groundbreaking documentary featuring brave teachers, empowered parents, and front-line experts who pull back the curtain about w...
View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Purchase Standing Up To Goliath

Stay Informed

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Optional Information Below To Be Included.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to Unite, Educate, Engage and Empower Parents, Teachers, Students, and Citizens in the fight to restore America’s schools and culture.

Contact

For Kids & Country
P.O. Box 75032
San Clemente, CA 92673
[email protected]

Media Inquiries

For Interviews Please Contact:

The KAIROS Company
[email protected]

Follow Us

You can make an impact while you shop for Black Friday deals. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/83-0822116 and AmazonSmile will donate to For Kids & Country Inc, at no cost to you.

© For Kids & Country· 2018-2022 · All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy