Hey everyone, sorry it's been so long since my last post but I've been very busy. Here's the basics of what's been happening: orientation ended up fine, learned a few more things to do in class (still not nearly enough for me to be confident in lesson planning). Also found out where my apartment is located: right in the heart of the Kangnam, basically like living a minute out of Times Square! My address is Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu 817-20 Sejung Artrill. I'll post some pics when I get a power adapter to charge my camera. My room is very good too, way bigger than I expected (probably about 22" x 12") plus I'm living in the same building as 3 other teachers. I did get a chance to get some pics before the camera died.
I started teaching Monday at Seorae Elementary School and things are going great. All of my Korean co-teachers are great, not a high English level, but very kind and open to my being there. The kids are terrific too, very curious about me and friendly towards me, always waving and saying hello whenever they see me, I feel kind of like a rockstar. So far 3rd grade is doing just fine, have a pretty set curriculum to follow, but I have to come up with one for my 6th grade classes and still a little apprehensive about that. But I think it'll just take time and the whole standing in front of class thing hasn't bugged me yet.
That's about it for now, I'll try to get some pics of what its like out here asap and send me an email if I'm not answering specific questions you're wondering about (I have a lot of down time at work and can respond to emails but can't check my blog because of the Korean OS on all of the computers). Love all of you!
3 comments:
Yeah!!!! So glad to see another post!! Your apartment looks great...so much bigger and more modern than I expected...looks as though you're well equipped too! I always knew you were a ROCKSTAR :)!!! Glad its going well with the 3rd graders...you'll figure it out in no time with the 6th graders. So are the 3 other teachers living in your building teaching at your school as well? Have you had time to do any sightseeing yet? I'll email you...I've got so many questions :)
Love you Honey!!!! XOXO Mom
Thank you for your post and pics. Your apt. looks like an American efficiency...should work fine for a year. You probably can't have too large a party though!! It is so good to hear from you..thanks for the email. Maybe you should start wearing shades..for that rockstar look!
Much love, G'pa and G'ma
I don't know,,,,I'll bet quite a few Korens could fit into your apartment.
Your school sounds great. Good that everyone is so welcoming to you.
Have fun!
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