“A Teacher from Heart,
My savior”
Teachers
play a vital role in the lives of the students. Teachers are best known for the
role of educating the students that are placed in their care. Of many
attributes of being a teacher, I believe that a teacher should be passionate, empathetic
and committed to arousing the determination and aspiration of students. Passionate
teachers are distinguished by their commitment to achievement of their
students. A committed teacher is concerned with the development of their
students and they profoundly struggle in sustaining the students’ learning.
They cultivate students’ curiosity and interest in learning. And I am fortunate
to have come across such a teacher, who engaged not only in her profession but was
committed to students’ development and their learning during my secondary
school.
From kindergarten until we graduate, we come
across myriad teachers who in some way or another shape us into better human
beings and mold us to become a competent individual. However, I am certain that
every individual has that one ‘Great Teacher’ whom we idealize and draw
inspiration from. I must confess that I was bestowed with one such teacher who changed
my perception of studying and inculcated a renewed aim in life when I was in
class XII, a turning point of my whole educational journey. To this day, I
acknowledge my class teacher of XII Arts for noticing my potential and igniting
my enthusiasm for learning new things.
The
unconditional effort and strenuous dedication my class teacher bequeathed on me
were unprecedented. She made me realize my dream and aspiration. She believed
in my potential when everyone shunned and were skeptic. It was an epiphany, an
eye-opener when my teacher said that I have the ability to outshine to reach
the pinnacles. She genuinely believed that I have got what it takes. I still
remember my class XII practical assessment, when the teacher applauded and
appreciated my work. It was my first time that a teacher sincerely appreciated
and praised the work I had completed. It was a breakthrough, my motivation was
boosted further and I started working hard from that day. And, I vividly
remember my class 12 mid-term results. I stood first surprising everyone as I
was never good in studies. That was the first time I ever received accolades
for academic achievements, although I always dreamt of being at the forefront,
receiving the certificates instead of standing in the audience clapping and
imagining the aura of being a topper.
Class Trip- Royal Arts with madam Rinzin Wangmo
"A teacher, who engaged not only in her profession but was committed to students’ development and their learning ".
I
still, remember what my teacher said to me while giving my result-"You have
the capability. You will qualify to Sherubtse College if you study with the same
perseverance". This statement motivated and ignited my restless adrenaline.
I strived to do well and aimed to make spoken statement a reality. My family
and friends teased me when I admitted about my plan of going to Sherubtse College, their indifferences never
affected me as my teacher's words resonated strongly and were etched in my heart
and mind. I profusely worked hard. Fortunately, with that motivation from my
teacher, I not only got into Sherubtse College but kept on excelling. I never
looked back but believed in myself. These trust and faith were instilled by my
teacher for which I am eternally thankful.
Now,
I am a teacher and I always share this story of a teacher I encountered- Madam
Rinzin Wangmo (Class teacher of 12 Arts) who influenced and directed my
life on the right path. I try to follow her path and always aim to inspire and
motivate my students. I stay true to myself and never hesitate to share my
personal experience rather than just teaching or preaching. Being passionate
about what you do is what makes you happy, and I have always strived to be
committed and passionate about my profession and to students.
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