Love and care for students with 'special' qualities.
(Baonghean.vn) - Compared to their colleagues in schools under the basic education system, teachers at the Nghe An Center for Education and Vocational Training for People with Disabilities, which belongs to the specialized education system, truly face many hardships. The unique nature of their students has created special teachers. And here, only genuine love and compassion can help them overcome these difficulties.
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| The Nghe An Center for Education and Vocational Training for People with Disabilities currently has over 300 students with physical and intellectual disabilities. In this specialized environment, teachers not only teach literacy and vocational skills but also equip the students with essential life skills. Therefore, the teacher-student relationship here is very special, but above all, it is one of love and closeness, like members of the same family. |
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| For hearing-impaired students, the connection between teacher and student is primarily through actions, gestures, and eye contact. To successfully build this connection, teachers must be patient, dedicated, and always approachable and friendly to guide each student in expressing their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, and to "connect" with the teacher and with others in similar circumstances. |
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During her lessons, teacher Phan Thi Huyen always guides her students to grasp the meaning and content of the lesson through gestures. This strengthens the bond and affection between teacher and students, and among the students themselves. |
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| Teaching students with intellectual disabilities is even more difficult and challenging. Each student has a different personality and learning ability, so teachers must understand the specific characteristics of each child to develop appropriate teaching methods. This means that not only must teachers be serious, but they also need to show love and encouragement at times. |
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| During class, a student stood on a desk, climbed onto the window, and started shouting, causing a commotion in the classroom. Teacher Cao Hoai Thu had to temporarily stop what she was doing, go over to the student, and comfort and encourage them to sit properly. According to Ms. Thu, this situation happens frequently, almost every lesson in the class for intellectually disabled students. |
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Here, students are not only taught life skills but also receive dedicated guidance from teachers in sewing, electrical work, and welding, enabling them to find suitable jobs to support themselves. With nearly 30 years in the profession, teacher Ngo Thi Phuong has trained hundreds of disabled students to become proficient in sewing and earn a living. |
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| In the classroom, teachers diligently teach each lesson, and even during mealtimes, they take the time to care for their students, especially those who have difficulties with daily activities and mobility. |
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| When they first started the job, most teachers were bewildered and very worried, and some even considered giving up. But over time, they became familiar with the work, their love for the students grew, and they always cared for them, dedicating time to nurturing and treating them like their own children. |
| Teacher Cao Hoai Thu shares her thoughts about her daily work at the Center. Clip: Duc Anh |
