Don't Make Assumptions ((PART 2)

· Don’t assume that photocopying is done by the office staff and is available in limitless amounts.
· Don’t assume that all children will return from their visit to the toilet or come back after lunch.

· Don’t assume all children will have the necessary stationery equipment like a pencil and a rubber!

· Don’t assume the specialist teachers and parents will know who you are.

· Don’t assume you will never leave any of your person equipment behind in a classroom. Always put your name and mobile number on everything if you want it returned.

· Don’t assume your bag is safe in the classroom, unless the room is locked.

· Don’t assume that a stranger (with no identification) in the playground is allowed to be there.

· Don’t always assume that the significant adult picking up the child at home time is the legal guardian. Very difficult area however, careful observation is required at all times.

· Don’t assume you are in the right duty area. If you are not positive, ask!

· Don’t assume that every child is sick just because they say so. Check with your partner teacher, or office staff, for a quick personality review then make your decision. Be as objective as possible!

· Don’t assume that a child will always understand what you meant let alone what you said!



The wonderful book, The Four Agreements written by Don Miguel Ruiz, states that one of the four fundamental agreements is precisely ....DON'T MAKE ASSUMPTIONS. While my version is a little simplicistic and a little tongue in cheek, I do hope it serves to enlighten your thinking when you turn up for your action packed supply teaching day.


Live,laugh and learn,
Blessings for the journey,
Carmel