2006-08-11 08:55:03 · 5 answers · asked by Lisa P 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
In a nutshell, as a coach, you will develop a closer relationship over a longer period of time with many of the students and really be able to impact their character. It makes for really long hours, but I highly recommend it.
2006-08-12 07:17:45 · answer #1 · answered by Arrow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry but I've got to give the readers digest version (I'm a teacher and a coach). I've got to cruze-got to be with a group of ball players in 25 min's.
All the normal stuff that people say-parents, fans, etc. are all part of the job. What I did not like, and at the same time helped lots, is; with most kids you have built in respect (coach AND teacher-oooh), however, sometimes when things are not going too well (mostly parents) carry over their philosphical differences from sports into the classroom.
Got to go.
2006-08-11 17:37:22 · answer #2 · answered by teachr 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well there are a lot of positives and i hope you ignore the negatives.
+'ives
-Spend time with students you may not normally
-Stronger bond with students you have
-You can 'use' the extra position as the coach to your advantage
-Some parents may get to know you through this and be helpful
-You are providing the students with an oppertunity to play a sport (and keep out of trouble)
-Looks good on your resume and with the principals etc
EDIT dont forget rewarding!
-'ives
-Some parents can become real jerks around athletics and this can cause problems for you professionally (though rare)
-More work
-May require time on non-school days
-May require some input of money on your part
2006-08-11 16:03:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my coahing. I teach in the elementary so coaching a varsity sport is a definate change of pace at the end of the day. With coaching you get a different relationship with students and I personally feel I can make more of a difference. I also feel that I get the opportunity to see kids that can struggle and be problems in the classroom sore when they are given athletic opportunities.
As for the negitive - swim season starts tomorrow. My husband keeps kissing me and saying that he looks forward to spending time with me again in March. (After boys season). I also go into work 2+ hours early most days because I can't stay after to work in my classroom and who wants to go back after a 3 hour practice?
It is a huge juggling act, but I love it, and it makes me feel like I'm making a difference with my time.
2006-08-13 19:17:32 · answer #4 · answered by skippy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Positives-
+The relationships with the students
+The influence on youth
+Being a part of the success of kids
+When a kid says "thank you."
+When a student maked you a major part of the life.
+Watching a student struggle and then succeed.
+When you see kids turn the corner and believe in themselves.
Negative
-Paperwork
-Kids who do not want to help themselves
-Parents who are too caught up themselves with them to raise a kid
-Paperwork
-LONG HOURS
It is so totally worth it!
2006-08-11 21:58:54 · answer #5 · answered by dtc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋