My after-Teaching Life

Well, my heart was shouting out loud when I wrote this post, "You miss teaching!" And my answer was, "Yes, I do!" There's nothing wrong with it. It is true that I don't teach anymore. But there are several things I'd like to highlight after not being in the classroom for several months. 

1. Most of my outfits are "English teacher"
I am working for a non-profit organization now, and I realize that I keep the same teacher's t-shirts, skirts, pants, and high-heels. Even though I have not work skirts and heels in my new office, still... I rarely wear casual outfits. Honestly, my closet is full of teacher's outfits and I don't see any ways to get rid of them. I have endured them for so long! 

2. I miss being around my students
Students bring joy. For me, they were always the reasons why I worked so hard to plan my lessons, my motivation to become a better teacher, and to progress in the field. I admit that there were times when my students did not behave good and they drove me crazy but I miss those moments! 

3. I miss being a mentor
The best feeling that I ever got in my classrooms was when the exchange of ideas took place. I was surprised at how they understood the lessons we learned together. There was satisfaction of helping my students to understand the materials being discussed, and to encourage them to use what they already learned outside of the classroom. 

4. I think my memory of teaching will soon disappear
I began to feel this months before. But I've got some ideas. I am starting an English group on Facebook. I have started to help some new teachers planning their lesson plans and shared my ideas of class management with them. These I hope, can keep me on the line. 

5. I can't get the lesson plans out of my head! 
Believe it or not, I plan English lessons every day! I plan but I don't teach. Funny, right? What about you, my friends? Got any experiences like this? I'll be glad to hear from you.