You are the teacher, the guide
The developer of the spirit of inquiry.
You are an educational catalyst, a facilitator,
A constant and continual learner.
Your time is not your own.
Even when the normal school hours are over
You are engaged in extra-curricular activities
On afternoons, on weekends and during holidays too.
You plan so carefully, to ensure
That learning takes place during every class
Because the day that passes
Will never come again.
You deal with discipline problems
In many ways, depending upon student needs;
You avoid scathing remarks and confrontations
So that your students’ positive self-concepts will be maintained.
You are a full member of the staff,
You know and support your colleagues
Including the administrative staff
For you know that teamwork is productive.
You are not daunted if materials
For exciting new programmes do not arrive;
You know that you can overcome the problem
Because your mind is full of ideas and alternatives.
You are an initiator and an interpreter
Of curriculum reform and teaching techniques;
You exude professionalism at all times
And you are respected by colleagues, students and parents.
You make recommendations and offer suggestions
For the improvement of your school;
You know that your views
Are very sound and will receive due consideration.
You respect examinations; however
You do not distress yourself or your students
With uncontrolled and uncontrollable fears
For you have taught your students to meet their potential at all times.
You are punctual, neatly dressed
And well-kept on all occasions.
You are pleasant, approachable and receptive
And all who meet you are delighted to know you.
You are the teacher, the guide
The developer of the spirit of inquiry,
You are an educational catalyst, a facilitator
A constant and continual learner.
