Essay On Culture Of Teachers

Mary Rayman
CS 204 – 14 Professional Presence
May 12, 2014
The Culture of Teachers

The Culture of Teachers
To work in the area of education is very rewarding, especially if one truly has a passion for teaching others and if fortunate enough to work in a multicultural group of educators. Author Natalie Smith shared her views on a multicultural workplace online through Global Post – International News (Smith, 2014), where she points out some great points why working with others from different cultural backgrounds can be advantageous in the workplace.
When a group of workers come from diverse backgrounds, they bring with them unique and varied training and experience. They may view things very differently based on their experiences, and bring with them a plethora of very creative and innovative ideas. Their diverse perspectives on different cultural groups can be advantageous in promoting products, or in this case, programs of study, in response to the global market demands for professionals in certain fields of study. Those in positions of educational administration need to ensure that a sense of “cohesion” is paramount among this varied group of professionals, so the team works together for “the greater good” and not for individual competition and recognition.
On the New Zealand Institute of Management’s website, author Irene Ohler (Ohler, 2012) shares some key points on how to promote effectiveness and success in the workplace. These ideas are easily adaptable to various workplace environments, and in the educational setting, they can have a positive impact on teachers as well as the students. The basic concepts a) becoming familiar with the rules and policies in the teaching environment and b) learning how to speak...

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...cted. Wearing school colors on pep rally days and at school activities is one small way we show we support our students and school.
We all realize that especially with this age group, establishing a community of
Mutual respect and trust between teachers and students is terribly important!
Teenagers, for the most part, are more receptive in the classroom and to you as the
Authority figure once that is established. You are “new” to them, and knowing they will be “testing the waters” of classroom expectations and behaviors with you, making sure that these are voiced right from the beginning will make or break the morale/attitude of the class. Teenagers for the most part want to know exactly what to expect in your class and any “rules” they must abide by. If you demonstrate honesty and fairness right from the start, they will respect you more.