num_pages: 256
description: With the same straightforwardness and humor that has earned him great notice and respect in the educational community, Bill Halloran gives his personal account of the path to becoming a nationally known educator. His journey begins with a painful and far-reaching second grade incident, continuing with an untimely hitch in the army, thirteen "happy" years in a bicycle factory, college "without the fun", a career as a classroom teacher with the unforgettable Stella, and his current role as a traveling educator. Through his many stories, the author reminds all educators that they are part of one of the most important professions in the world, and that they must learn to celebrate their common bonds. He believes teachers must earnestly work toward taking a more knowledgeable and active role in curriculum changes. He believes that they must be keenly aware that, first and foremost, they are advocates of children. He believes that educators must honor themselves if they are to be honored. "We, together with the children whose hearts and minds are in our care, are the hope for whatever future we might have. Let us learn and grow, and rejoice together." PROUD TO BE A TEACHER will touch your heart and remind you that you are not alone. Most importantly, it will reaffirm for many of you the often obscured reason why you chose to become a teacher.
language: English
title: Proud to Be a Teacher
titlecomplete: Proud to Be a Teacher
ratings_count: 4
publisher: Red Cloud Publishing