Landon Pack

The first impression that you make of yourself is important. There needs to be clear communication between both sides of the classroom to eliminate as many misunderstandings as possible. You can make the first day fun by getting to know everyone in unique ways, and you can also set the tone for who you are as an instructor. 

Being early is one of the most important things to me as a new instructor and also an expectation of my students. Specifically in the trades being early is respected greatly and sometimes even expected so I think if I can teach it in the classroom then they will go above and beyond when they are in the field. 

I think that being professional is super important and will help students be more professional when they are out in the field. I also learned continuously improving yourself is beneficial not just to you but to students as well as being patient with your students and showing them support when they are doing good and bad. I liked the analogy of being a cheerleader and always cheering on your students.