Inspirational Splash Quotes
The quotes below are aggregated from the Good News Stories section of this Toolkit. They cover a wide range of experiences. Consider using them in your posters and communications to promote teaching and tell your own Good News Stories.
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“Having met Mrs O’Brien and seeing first-hand the positive impact she is having, I can only say it was an inspired decision.”
“Teaching is NEVER boring – every single day is different! Different challenges, different successes.”
“It is the most exhaustively rewarding role you will ever experience!”
“Every day is a school day…literally! I learn something new about or with my children hourly.”
“Teaching keeps you young and in tune with the next generation!”
“Joining teaching was the best decision that I have made. One phrase that is embedded into my mind since training on the SCITT program is ‘you create the weather in your classroom.’”
“The opportunity to inspire and shape the next generation is a truly unique position to hold.”
“There is no greater feeling than seeing the impact of your work come to life—whether it’s through a pupil overcoming challenges or achieving their goals.”
“Celebrating the joy that small achievements can make in a child’s life – teaching early reading really is rewarding and a privilege.”
“Seeing the smiles and joy on children’s faces every day, and the laughs and giggles between friends, really does make your day and is what teaching is all about.”
“An inspiring factor of this for me, was the excellent teachers that I encountered through my school experience, particularly the ones that encouraged me to follow my dreams and recognise that nothing is impossible with hard work and dedication.”
“Teaching is hard work. Look after your mental health and physical wellbeing, including prioritising sleep! Make time for friends and family – they are your biggest supporters.”
“Do not underestimate the impact that a fresh pair of eyes and your life experience (however old you are) can bring to the profession.”
“Teaching has allowed me to combine my love for working with young people with the ability to grow professionally and personally alongside my family.”
“From my initial training on the Arthur Terry SCITT program, where I gained invaluable skills in pedagogy and behaviour management, to stepping into roles of increasing responsibility, every stage has reinforced my passion for teaching.”
“The knowledge that my work contributes towards setting up children to become life-long learners, able to access and enjoy the full curriculum offer, not only in my own school but across the region.”
“Teaching is not just a job; it’s a vocation that allows you to inspire, guide, and support young people in reaching their potential.”
“Teaching has provided me with stability and consistency, with the right team of awesome teachers and support staff around me.”
“You do not need to be a superhero to be the teacher those children need and deserve.”
“Find your ‘why.’ Think about the reasons you wish to become a teacher and the changes you aspire to facilitate.”
“Work hard and be passionate. It rarely goes unnoticed.”
“Ask for advice if you are struggling or require support with something. You will have a wealth of experience at your fingertips in your school and someone will have encountered the same thing before.”
“Build your knowledge and expertise of children’s literature. There are a variety of great educational and publishing blogs and websites you can follow.”
“Volunteer or visit numerous schools of differing locations, specialisms, local authorities where possible – you will know which is right for you the second you step foot through the door.”
“Prepare to become a member of a 30+ family…it is inevitable!”
“Whatever your background, you will have something valuable to offer and the opportunity to pass on your own passions and knowledge to the next generation.”
“The Arthur Terry SCITT provided a vast and wide training of subjects such as music and art with specialists from partnership schools and the opportunity to visit their schools to see this in practice.”
“Teaching has allowed me to combine my love for working with young people with the ability to grow professionally and personally alongside my family.”
“Being thrown straight into teaching a class was daunting but with the expertise of my amazing learning coach, I learnt so much more than I could have imagined.”
“Seeing their development is incredibly gratifying.”
