ON THIS EPISODE: On this episode, middle school English teacher Mark Domeier discusses his career path and the realities of teaching seventh and eighth grade. He talks about his journey into education, his typical work week, his summer schedule, and the challenges and rewards of his job. He also shares his advice for those considering a career in education, including the importance of developing leadership skills and working with diverse populations.
Hosted by Greg Zakowicz
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WHAT WE DISCUSS:
★ Choosing to Teach Middle School
★ Discovering a Passion for Education
★ A Typical Week as a Middle School Teacher
★ Summers as a Teacher
★ Challenges of Working with Middle Schoolers
★ Advice for Aspiring Educators
★ Misconceptions about Teaching Middle School
★ The Most Rewarding Part of Teaching
★ Recommended Books for Middle Schoolers
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★★ CONNECT WITH MARK ★★
NRHEG: https://www.nrheg.k12.mn.us/Page/3084
MARK’S BOOK “HEROICS 101”: https://www.amazon.com/Heroics-101-Mark-Domeier-ebook/dp/B00ATGF0H8?ref_=ast_author_dp
★★ CONNECT WITH US ★★
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TAKEAWAYS:
★ Teaching middle school requires a passion for working with students and a willingness to adapt to their changing needs.
★ Building relationships with students and creating a positive learning environment are key to success in the classroom.
★ Standardized testing is a major challenge in education and can be detrimental to student learning.
★ The most rewarding part of being a teacher is seeing the impact you have on students' lives and hearing from former students about how you influenced them.
★ Finding books that students enjoy and fostering a love of reading is an important aspect of teaching English.
★ For those considering a career in education, gaining experience working with students and developing strong communication and leadership skills are essential.
