taking intiative/ Mentor Teacher

Today in Mrs. Kallas class we are working on taking Initiative. Initiative is so important because one day the teacher is gonna walk out to do something and she's gonna ask you to take charge. Sometimes you may make a mistake and you need to own up to it. For example, This week I accidentally put laps by the wrong name because someone was misbehaving. I told Mrs. Smith and she removed them. I also had to get the kids from lunch and so I was In charge of making sure they where following directions. To me, taking Initiative means to take charge when someone else backs down. Their are so many ways to take Initiative In and out of your class room. Here is a list of ten ways you can do so.

1. Never stand still.
When you don't stand still you stand out. It allows you to search for new solutions and be more creative and productive of your time.

2. Do more than what is required of you.
Do you want to be exceptional? Then act exceptional. Try to do something extra all the time. Concentrate on areas where you can generate the most visible and remarkable results.

3. Help out.
Everyone gets bogged down sometimes especially your Field Site Teachers. When they look like they need help with something offer to help. Helping will build your relationship with your teacher.

4. Accept new assignments.
When someone ask you to tackle a project or some sort of responsibility, please accept It. Then execute it flawlessly!

5. Make suggestions.
Identify a way the class could improve themselves for their next test.

6. Set goals.
Milestones are great motivators for success.

7. Stick to your values.
Think about the values that are most important to you or your class.

8. Inform yourself.
Make well formed decisions.

9. Make a plan.
Lay out a plan in order to create your vision of the assignment.

10. Let your voice be heard.
Speak up! Especially if you are learning something new.

Synonyms
1. Creativity.
2. Resourcefulness.
3. Imagination.
4. Plan.
5. Scheme.