Teaching in public schools is just 50% of what you do every day, the easiest part. The hardest and most stressful part is dealing with the student's behaviors, school administration, and parents. Being a teacher is not just teaching. Teachers have a lot of responsibilities for little salary.
@Kingstyles05 Жыл бұрын
This comment exactly 💯
@gibsonedu11 ай бұрын
For sure. It can be a crazy stressful job for such little pay.
@USCG.Brennan7 ай бұрын
I taught in public schools for 15 years and never complained about my pay. I worked in regular jobs before teaching (and while going to college to pay for it) and I appreciated the higher pay from teaching. And there is not a SINGLE study (I know of) that shows paying teachers more money has helped kids learn more or any better. NONE I know of. However there's another side to this coin. A retiring teacher put it this way....."The teacher is afraid of their principal, the principal is afraid of the Supt. the Supt is afraid of the School Board, the School Board is afraid of the parents, the parents are afraid of disciplining their kids......AND THE KIDS AREN'T AFRAID OF ANYBODY!" Gee.....what could POSSIBLY go wrong here?? Adding to this, kids with cell phones on social media (in and out of class), forced CRT and the gay-trans agenda brainwashing them, thrown into this so-called "educational" mix, makes me SOOOO glad I'm out of the profession. I feel sorry for you who are still in it though!
@bubblesgum27682 ай бұрын
@@USCG.Brennan Wow it's crazy how none of anything you said made any sense! Also it's just common sense that if teachers aren't worried about paying their bills then they're going to have more time to create more engaging lesson plans, materials and just be more in tune with their students and have better control over their classes. Also the random disparaging of CRT and the erasure of real life queer kids is really concerning considering the fact that you allegedly worked with kids before. I feel really bad for any students you might've had.
@USCG.Brennan2 ай бұрын
@@bubblesgum2768 Wow.....another Liberal has spoken. I speak from YEARS of teaching both public school and 2 Community Colleges. I feel sorry for the kids you liberal socialist teachers are brainwashing our kids with and know for a FACT that it's going on. Both my brothers also taught (one was a Principal) so don't feed me any of. the crap you're trying to feed the public, or the kids! And again......I know of ABSOLUTELY no study that shows paying teachers more money increases kid's learning. PROVE ME WRONG, SONNY!! PS.....your YT user name tells me a lot. ;-)
@SchmidtMinutes3 жыл бұрын
Middle School is my favorite. I have no plans to move to highschool anytime soon. They’re fantastic weird little goblins, but they’re the most creative and rewarding students to teach. All great tips. Especially avoiding over complicating things. Clear & simple is the way.
@Schmidt Minutes. Highschool is a waste government taxes because children Know enough after middle school go to a Jr college.
@Jocelynie870 Жыл бұрын
I love that I wanna say that all the time now lol " fantastic weird little goblins" lol
@briancofresi65935 ай бұрын
“fantastic weird little goblin” 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 Truer words have never been spoken.
@mikaelaclark5414 ай бұрын
Agreed I LOVE middle schoolers. They are still young enough to be silly and like kids but also old enough to start to have deep thoughts and engaging conversations
@jader9356 Жыл бұрын
You had me 😂 when you did the “your not letting her go to the bathroom?” part. So true , they know how to overwhelm you with questions and criticisms to make you mentally exhausted so you’ll finally be like “whatever”. That’s why you stick to the management plan.
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
For sure. Some of those days were so exhausting.
@Lelffy2 жыл бұрын
I taught middle school for 24 of my 26 years as a teacher. It is still my favorite age, but you have to find the humor and love them in their messiness.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
There’s definitely humor to be found amongst those middle schoolers 😃
@jessjosh83732 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so practical. I Am a middle school art teacher and broke down with tears after teaching six graders. I feel like they think little of me and failure as a teacher. nevertheless this video lightens me ip helps me reflect on my teaching skills. thank you so much for these tips
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
I’m really sorry you’re having such a bad experience in the classroom right now. I do hope things get better for you Jess.
@USCG.Brennan7 ай бұрын
A retiring teacher put it this way....."The teacher is afraid of their principal, the principal is afraid of the Supt. the Supt is afraid of the School Board, the School Board is afraid of the parents, the parents are afraid of disciplining their kids......AND THE KIDS AREN'T AFRAID OF ANYBODY!" Gee.....what could POSSIBLY be wrong here??
@gibsonedu5 ай бұрын
Winning recipe right there
@johneverhart23482 жыл бұрын
Very good, Sir! I have taught for 45 years and I still LOVE it. Like you, I subbed for my first two years after college. After teaching for four years in two elementary schools, (Visual Arts) I was moved to our district's Gifted and Talented Program. Subbing obviously taught me a whole lot about classroom control. Much of my career was spent with Middle School students. . . and I really enjoyed them. I truly believe the Arts can easily be manipulated to build confidence. Students need success! I appreciate your humor & insights. I am currently teaching Vocal / Choral Music and a Studio Introduction to Architecture in a wonderful Homeschoolers Association. My daughter is a fourth generation teacher on my mom's side. I have always found teaching to be both a great ministry and a profession filled with growth and creativity. Love your insights.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that John :)
@TotallyxKatiee Жыл бұрын
I feel you when you talked about your first substitute experience in middle school. I had mine yesterday and I wanted to cry when I came home. The kids wouldn’t listen, I didn’t know what to do and the only “sub plans” I had were to have the kids work on whatever needed to be done which I clearly had no idea what that was. I’m going to be student teaching in middle school English in the fall and I feel somewhat discouraged. I hope it will get better
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Im sorry to hear that kitkat97. It can be such a defeating feeling. Keep reflecting and trying new things. Keep doing the things that seem to work. Try to understand why other things don't work. Get to be friends with the most veteran teachers at your school (who still love to teach...not the jaded ones who are counting down the days to retirement) and ask them for tips about specific problems you're facing in class. Do that and things will get better.
@berenicemartinez9238 Жыл бұрын
Did for two years then took a break … now I’m going to teach 6 th grade !! Nervous and excited!!
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Good luck! Hope the first few weeks go well 😃
@daniellemitchell31182 жыл бұрын
I didn't start substitute teaching until I had 20+ years experience. I had moved to another state and thatis how I got a regular teaching job. I did pretty well. The admin nor the kids expected someone to come in and know what to do. However, if you don't have any experience. I agree. Substitute teaching is a a good training ground.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Ha, yeah the kids are like 'whoa, didn't expect them to actually take control of the class' when you speak with a little authority in your voice.
@sophiap28952 жыл бұрын
This vid made me laugh out loud soooo much. I’m a first year art teacher and appreciate this advice more than you know!!!!!! Really loved the “i dont even know what we’re supposed to be doing” and the desire to reach out to all your past teachers and thank them HAHAHAHA
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Haha glad you could relate Sophia :)
@andrewmartinelli6008 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Mr. G! I have been teaching HS for the past 6 years and I am moving to 7th grade. I am nervous but watching your video has made me more excited.
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it Andrew! Good luck!
@MarkSmithhhh5 күн бұрын
Ive taught 7th grade.for 15 years, love it
@NextGenTeacher3 жыл бұрын
"'I couldn't just write down, 'This kid's a jerk'" 😂😂😂
@gibsonedu3 жыл бұрын
In all honestly, sometimes that really IS what the issue is. Punks.
@NextGenTeacher3 жыл бұрын
@@gibsonedu Isn't that the truth!! :D
@carolynj85043 жыл бұрын
@@gibsonedu - LOL 😂
@ricardoperez2784Ай бұрын
I was proctoring the state test for 8th grade math. All of my students finished, and we had about 20 minutes left. One of them asked to watch Bluey, and then all of a sudden, most of them were asking for this cartoon. We finished the class period watching Bluey. Lol love middle school.
@sarat34743 ай бұрын
I just started today as a middle school teacher, and i watched your videos on my way there, i think they liked me 🤣
@Sarbaam Жыл бұрын
Wonderful tips. Thanks Thom 👏
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Sure thing Sara!
@aylahi2960 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. I am a newish middle school teacher, and well teacher in general, and I have been struggling to get my ducks in a row.
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
It takes time. Keep trying new things and you can even ask your students what you can do to improve your lessons. They often have valuable feedback. I made a video on how to do that - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnLbapSQeNV7rtU
@jamesdeagle7 ай бұрын
Your point about being anxious and fearful is important. Thank you. James Deagle
@gibsonedu7 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful James 👍🏼
@AndrewAttard789 ай бұрын
I've been teaching for exactly 6 days. This content is really helpful. I am comfortable with the subject Im teaching and have no problem talking to groups but for some reason I'm struggling to managing my classroom. Thanks for making these videos.
@gibsonedu8 ай бұрын
Classroom management is THE HARDEST part of those first few years of teaching.
@lostandlooking Жыл бұрын
Great content! I am so excited to teach Spanish! I completed my bachelor's degree while living in my car; I spent the better part of 5 years traveling around Latin America, and I became fluent in Spanish at 25 years of age. I am currently enrolled in an alternative teaching program to teach Spanish, but as I will be around 8 months to get into the classroom, I've decided to get my CDL. A company will be paying for my training and I will be creating videos during the process and sharing as much as I can for everyone else out there interested in driving! I begin on the 31st. I would like to teach now, but I have not been able to find any districts that will allow me to teach without a license. For reference, I'm in Ohio! Take care.
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Mi mama is de Panama pero no estoy fluente en Espanol y por eso necessito a practicar aqui! Y no estoy usando ChatGPT por esto. Jaja. Buena suerta cuando empieza a ensenar a Espanol!
@breehill90422 жыл бұрын
New subscriber Thom!!! I’m going through teacher certification program now, hoping to teach middle school. Needed this video♥️
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the profession Bree 👩🏻🏫
@kawaiineko213322 күн бұрын
5:30 that's what my professor does in our university 😭😂😭😂
@lulu8lala8haha2 жыл бұрын
So glad I found this channel.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard Monica :)
@JRLVE2 жыл бұрын
This is so good and so true!
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joy!
@davidberaru29352 жыл бұрын
Having taught Middleschool for 24 years I can say that this is sage advice.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks for approving of this message David! 24 years is no joke!
@THomasJPeel2 жыл бұрын
I taught computers in grade 3 to grade 8 at a small independent private school so I understand you entirely
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Haha, glad to hear it TJ!
@jdingess1122 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tips. Your videos are actually helpful and so down to earth. I appreciate it!
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Hey glad to hear you found the tips helpful Jeffrey!
@corettejones Жыл бұрын
RIGHT ON!!! Thanks for assistance!!!
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
👍
@william-englishathomeАй бұрын
I loooove this video 😂 I'm a middle school teacher
@arikitti Жыл бұрын
suuuuper helpful because I’m really looking into become a middle school teacher. Still can’t decide on history or art first
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Glad you found it helpful Ari! Welcome to the professional 😃
@MarcoCastilloVideos2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU Marco! 🙏🏼
@dawncox401911 ай бұрын
I teach ages 9-11 Uk and I love it. They are the best!
@gibsonedu10 ай бұрын
They're great 😃
@docter_memory2 жыл бұрын
This is so good!!!
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@moniquesnowden7749 Жыл бұрын
Good advice but Midde school In inner city schools is a whole other ball game 😅
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Ha, I hear you Monique. I taught in a variety of school contexts and the only time I was really at an inner city school was during my subbing days. So my lack of experience definitely didn't help!
@THomasJPeel2 жыл бұрын
Great video
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Thanks TJ!
@hazimabron8 ай бұрын
primary is the worst for me hahhaha. God blessed me with my position as a secondary level teacher right now ❤
@gibsonedu7 ай бұрын
Ha! Yeah different strokes for different folks for sure.
@WadeColwill2 жыл бұрын
This is so accurate. Hilarious. Subs have a hard road.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
It's a hard road FOR SURE!
@dinkledord7026 Жыл бұрын
I did bus driving for a year before teaching middle school lol
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Right on Dinkle!
@eastside.hoodrat41074 ай бұрын
I am 19 and host an afterschool club and really wishing I would have found this when I first started working with kids. GOd bless you, man, this is great advice
@gibsonedu3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@LKAW411 Жыл бұрын
Hilarious! TY
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Ha, thanks Leelie!
@shannoneckelbarger55662 жыл бұрын
I love your videos
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that Shannon!
@cjbrown8245 Жыл бұрын
Too me it’s easier than elementary
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Ha! I agree. I think b/c I'm a middle schooler at heart as well 😉
@rossmartenak5517 Жыл бұрын
All School Teachers should work 12 months a year. When classes are not in session, Teachers could do Administrative work and perform other tasks, based on their skill-pool attributes. In the long run, this would save School Districts money in that they wouldn't have to hire as many people to perform non-teaching jobs. Physical plant duties could also be done in that manor. Simplistically hat better way to fix the furnace, by a Shop Teacher with help from Industrial Arts Students (if in session). Schools being self-sufficient, will minimal exceptions, is not only good & practical education, but more cost effective & easing the tax burdens on residents of the District. Any to be more cost-effective to a School District, WITHOUT compromising the Educational standards for the students, would be a feather in the cap for the learning process. School Districts, based on their relative student body size, should not have to have an Assistant Principal in EACH school building. They should travel back & forth between the schools, on an as-needed basis. Another and even more practical cost-cutting measure was mentioned at the onset of this writing. The idea of utilizing School Teachers all year long would be a PROFOUND way of Districts getting more-bang-for-the-buck. Hypothetical situation: If a Teacher was employed by a School District for 40 years, they only actually performed 30 years of work. Another much-needed change, for School Districts in general, would be to contour sessions based on the local weather. In other words, in School Districts that ensure harsh winters, have the three-month-off sessions then. It would not only be more practical with respect to not having snow days or putting students & bus drivers at risk, but also taking away the necessity to have so much time off for the Holidays. It would be a win-win situation for all. I'm surprised this has never been implemented in the past?
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Not sure if teachers devoting more time to the school, taking on additional responsibilities, and receiving the same meager pay would be considered a win.
@rossmartenak5517 Жыл бұрын
@@gibsonedu Thom, how much do they make, approx? Also, the point I'm trying to make is cost saving for the school districts. Ross
@DLTVhz11 ай бұрын
teachers already work outside contract hours, get no budget money for class materials and supplies, AND now you want them to work all year? @@rossmartenak5517
@assatapyatt612110 ай бұрын
All teachers would quit if this plan was enforced...coming from a teacher who knows teachers 😂
@LifeCoachArchie2 жыл бұрын
Hello! I wish to become a middle school math teacher. Inorder to sub do I need to brush up math skills and is there any resource to learn to use smart board for math?
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Hey there! I'm making videos on another KZbin channel and we just released a video where I walk through how I'd use an interactive whiteboard for math lesson. You can find the video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ina3fGiepqiqp7s
@PianoSree20123 жыл бұрын
hi thom! how do you reach people with autism? Neurotypicals do not realize we are born to be socially different from "normal".
@gibsonedu3 жыл бұрын
Hey SJ. I think in those cases, there is obviously much more grace and understanding. If you have students with autism in a class with students who do not have autism, how you respond and react to the behaviors with the student with autism will be the model for the other students. The other students will know that something is different about that student and they will be taking their cues from the teacher on how to respond to it.
@PianoSree20123 жыл бұрын
@@gibsonedu It is very important to explain why people with autism are often "emotionally mindblind" to how neurotypicals read people's hidden curriculum unspoken intended emotional states and intended social usage of language meaning/tone of voice. It is neurodevelopmental different milestone theory of mind peer-to-peer social sensory conversational awareness not severely special needs cognitively difficult/disabled/disordered delayed impaired.
@kathleenfoley60256 ай бұрын
Before I email 6 parents about their kids sleeping during class (often) is there anything I can do to support students who just don't have it for the last period of the day?
@gibsonedu3 ай бұрын
Last period is tough. I'd try and incorporate movement breaks.
@edtunn34212 жыл бұрын
Sir, I was just hired to teach middle school World History and American History. My student teaching experience was back in 2019, so I'm little rusty it's been a while since I've been in the classroom in front of children. Any advice for going to get me back the mode of being a year 1 teacher?
@edtunn34212 жыл бұрын
2:49 is the truth. Every time I had a solo teach without my mentor teacher or when I had to do a lesson with my mentor teacher evaluating me I had this feeling. To be honest it only happened when I didn't feel confident in the lesson plan. It was the polar opposite when I had a lesson that an objective students understand with supporting material that help them reach that objective. With solid classwork in between with evaluation methods see they met the objective. And when I reflect and look back all these lessons seem simplified.
@gibsonedu2 жыл бұрын
Find some likeminded educators that will bring encouragement & positivity to you. It's easy to find teachers that will complain all day. See who is trying new things in their classroom, where are the veteran teachers, who are the people that seem excited about what they do. Talk to them. Tell them what you're doing in your classroom and ask if they have suggestions. Tell them the challenges you're facing and ask what's worked for them. Hope that helps Ed!
@bringontherainbows83692 жыл бұрын
I laughed so hard at this oh my god
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
😆
@sisi50292 жыл бұрын
Hay quá
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Cảm ơn!
@tinaghecil2507 Жыл бұрын
Middle school students , ha love the bathroom hhhhhh 😅
@gibsonedu Жыл бұрын
Aaaalways wanting to go to the bathroom
@tinaghecil2507 Жыл бұрын
@@gibsonedu In my country they are not allowed cause they want to the bathroom to take drugs I never let them .