Teachers Online Finance Teachers Education video resources, lesson plans, inspiration and ideas to use in classroom. Professional development Business Internet and Businesses Online Finance

by Professor Joe Martin

When it comes to teaching, I’m often criticized for my unbridled enthusiasm. I’ve been accused of being “child-like” and somewhat “giddy” at the start of every new school year.

While most teachers moan and groan about how short their summer was and how long the school year will be, I’m called the “weird one” because I think the summer is too long and the school year is too short.

After I prove to my colleagues I’m not on drugs, I explain to them the reason for my unbelievable joy.

First of all, I explain to them (other educators) that we’re not just teachers. I tell them, “We get paid to unwrap OTHER people’s gifts.” Allow me to explain.