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By Lisa
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Why would they tell you that? Every grade has its positives and negatives, and fourth grade is no different. I student taught fourth grade, and I just accepted my first teaching job teaching fourth. I love the kids- they're| maturing, but are still so innocent! They are able to really start thinking on a higher level, and you can do a lot with them. Sure, there are behavior problems like everywhere else, but I don't consider them any worse than any other grade! The ONLY reason I can think of that you were told this is because of standardized tests. Out here in Texas my fourth graders not only have | |
to test in reading and math, like third and fifth do, but have to take a writing test. Maybe they don't think a new teacher should be responsible for that. When I student taught I was exposed to all of the tests, and even helped prepare the students for them, so I don't see the tests as a big deal.As long as you feel comfortable with the material and the skills that they will be tested on, I see no reason for you to reject this job!
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