Because of my past experiences in band (and being in their
shoes at one point), I have further helped them in understanding what is
expected of them. Starting on a new instrument and working my way to become a
Percussion master is no easy feeling, so I can sympathize with my students on
that. They say to always listen to your elders, for they have been there before
and are wise. Maybe I should start being called Sensei now.
My students
have no problem responding to me or Creed as a teacher. Not only as their instructor,
but for the most part; we can talk to one another just like a friend would. If
I were to ever go into a teaching profession, I would work on my relations with
my students. I strongly believe that that is the key to a successful teacher.
What I tried to do with my students is find out their interests, and once we’re
on break talk to them about stuff they like. For example, one student in my
first period loves Minecraft (easy topic since I’m a gamer myself) and another
enjoys food (speaking, not eating. But I’m pretty sure they enjoy eating too
because that is a absolute necessity if one wants to ensure life on this planet
we call Earth). All the students in my second period are fascinated with drum
stick tricks, so I try and show them anything that I can. I have not had a
problem with any of my students, and I think it may be because I took the time to
get to know them early on.
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