Coming back to teaching after a long stretch away is a big decision. I love teaching. I really do. The kids are fun, they make me laugh and I enjoy making them laugh. I like seeing that lightbulb moment when they ‘get’ a concept. I like the pride in their eyes when they make huge…

Most of the time, I’m very proud to be a primary school teacher in New Zealand. We work hard, we love our students, and we continually strive to improve our practice and get better. Well, most of us.  I lose a bit of faith in my profession occasionally when I go on the NZ Primary…