What Type Of Person Thrives In Education, According To A History Teacher And Adjunct Professor At Cerro Coso Community College
History Teacher and Adjunct Professor Truth identifies thriving educators as those who "love to give," are "authentic," communicate well, and inspire others through collaboration. Conversely, those who struggle often exhibit negativity, conflict, and ego-driven behavior, a dynamic that Truth suggests is unsustainable in the long term.
Communication, Collaboration, Empathy, Resilience, Positive Attitude
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Truth Akins
History Teacher and Adjunct Professor
SAGE Magnet & Cerro Coso Community College
San Diego State University
UCI Criminology and UCLA Urban Education
Criminal Justice
Education
Education
Disabled, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Veteran, Transfer Student, Student Athlete, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Thriving history teachers and professors are passionate about giving and helping others.
2. They are authentic, positive, communicative, and collaborative individuals who inspire those around them.
3. Those who don't thrive often experience conflict and negativity, which can negatively impact their well-being and effectiveness as educators. Conflict resolution and emotional intelligence are key skills for success in this field.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
Thriving people are those who love to give. Reopening people are authentic and have done work on themselves so they don't take their negativity out on others.
They communicate well, can always light up your day, inspire you, and offer assistance. They will collaborate with you and work with you.
The people who don't thrive seem like they don't like people. They may be yelling at students or others, leading to conflict and clashing egos.
People who are able to relax in conflict, be cool, draw from lived experiences, and relate to others, they thrive.