Each day teachers spend about 8 hours with his or her students. During the school day, teachers lead circle time, tie shoes, sing songs, resolve conflicts, provide reading instruction, play math games, and so much more. 8 hours a day is the usual work day for most adults with a full time job, but teachers do so much more!

Before the day. It would be impossible for a teacher to roll in at the same time as the children and be prepared for the day. Even if a teacher plans after school, there is a level of calm preparedness that teachers need while they start the day. Most teachers spend 1 hour before the school day starts readying their mind or classroom for the children. They may check messages from parents, prepare the environment, write a morning message, or organizing the upcoming day with colleagues.

After the children go, or on the weekend teachers spend about 3 hours fulfilling the administrative side of their job. Teachers grade, plan ,and prepare materials. They also complete continuing education hours, professional development course work, data entry, and meet with their coaches or principals.

This hits a grand total of about 12 hours per work day for teachers. They have a big job! Thank you teachers.