Have you ever worked before without a pay? maybe not. well for a few, the answer may be a 'yes'. I fortunately belong to that minority. It is not stupidity, far from it; it is passion. It is good to work for money, after all, that's why we work, to make ends meet, but more importantly, it is better to be driven by passion in what you do. This is because when the chips are down, passion can keep you going, and you know what, it pays at the end of the day. This is coming from the experience of doing something that I have always loved.
Teaching is a passion that is rewarding. The fulfilling thing about this profession is not just standing in front of students and feeling superior; it is impacting something that might stay with the next generation and help to prepare them for life. Knowing then that educators are saddled with the responsibility of not just building the intellect of young minds, but also helping their all round development; every teacher must raise the bar higher.
Teachers are great builders. They are a major step in the bridge that takes our young ones to the top. So if you are a teacher and love what you do, keep at it. The greatest reward is in the lives of the children that we are impacting. Happy World Teachers's Day to every teacher out there!
