Teaching takes strength.
However, teacher strength takes on different forms and within each lies its own form of resiliency. Each trait carries with it, its own power and struggles.
As with any sort of superlative, we are never all of one and none of the other, but rather an amalgamation that has the potential to grow and change. As you read through these 10 types of resilient teachers consider which traits make up your approach to teaching and learn how you can leverage these qualities to be a stronger and happier teacher.
The Organized Teacher
Systems, structures, and organization are where the organized teacher thrives. Their focus on preparation and planning allows them to face obstacles with a clear mind and a professional demeanor.
A plan for every situation and a place for every item is the organized teacher’s dream, however, we know that teaching isn’t always neat and tidy. The organized teacher can sometimes struggle a bit when things get messy and plans change quickly.
The Social Teacher
The social teacher’s ability to connect with others, whether it be fellow educators or students, allows them to face obstacles knowing that whatever is thrown at them, they don’t have to face it alone.
The social teacher isn’t afraid to offer and rely on support, however, they sometimes face struggle if they are roped into gossip or negativity and their social tendencies turn unprofessional.
The Adaptable Teacher
The Adaptable teacher’s ability to pivot and change plans allows him/her to face obstacles with a sense of confidence he/she can handle anything that is thrown at him/her.
While the adaptable teacher may seem to be the picture of calm within the storm, they sometimes can face struggle when it comes to mapping out solid plans and adhering to rigid structures, which we all know are often part of educational mandates.
The Multi-Tasking Teacher
At any given time teachers have multiple plates in the air. The multi-tasking teacher smoothly juggles multiple while facing new obstacles with a sense of assurance and poise.
Although multi-tasking suites the teaching profession it is also proven to reduce productivity. Sometimes it’s best to focus on one task and see it through to completion, which can be a struggle when you’re accustomed to doing it all at once.
The Funny Teacher
Hey, is this thing on? The funny teacher, you know who they are or if you are one, makes those around them laugh which allows them to face obstacles knowing that they can disarm the situation with humor.
The funny teacher is great at easing tensions and lightening the mood, but when it comes to getting serious sometimes it’s hard to stop being the comedian and buckle down.
The Compartmentalized Teacher
The compartmentalized teacher has the unique ability to leave work at work, which means that they aren’t lying awake thinking about their day and their students like many of us.
Although the compartmentalized teacher seems to have mastered balance it is when that the work-life/home-life line starts to blend and tighter connections to school are available, the compartmentalized teacher sometimes faces a struggle.
The Emotional Teacher
The emotional teacher wears their heart on their sleeve, and that’s not a bad thing. Their emotional approach to their profession allows them to face obstacles with a sensitive and empathetic sensibility.
The emotional teacher can sometimes face struggle when the going gets tough. Although it’s a great to be tender-hearted teachers need a thick skin at times in order to make it through the school day.
The Quick-Response Teacher
Wherever there’s a problem, you’re on it! The quick response teacher’s ability to react quickly and take care of whatever is thrown at them allows them to face obstacles with a sense of urgency and attentiveness.
However, slowing down and focusing can sometimes be a struggle for the quick-response teacher, especially when entertaining the possibility of a variety of outcomes.
The Skillful Teacher
The skillful teacher’s competency as an educator allows them to face obstacles with a sense of confidence and sound practice. No matter what obstacle they face, they know they can rely on their teaching skills to get them through.
The skillful teacher is the consummate professional, but when things go off-script, as we all know they will, they sometimes struggle to regain control and composure.
The Passionate Teacher
The passionate teacher harnesses their dedication and love for the profession to face obstacles with a sense of confidence and heart. No matter what is thrown at them, they know they can rely on their sensibilities and their instincts to get them through.
The passionate teacher is devoted to school and places their job as a top priority which is great, except sometimes carving out time for your non-work life, friends, and self can be a struggle.
Whether you are a combination of 2 or 10 types of resiliency, knowing your strengths and understanding where you might stumble allows you to face each day of teaching with greater confidence and resiliency
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