IT Career Opportunities: A Night of Learning and Growth

In this post-class reflection, I break down what really matters on the first night of an IT course—and it’s not just coding or commands. It's confidence.
As I return to the classroom to teach Linux Administration, I share insights about:
Rebuilding relationships with returning students
Helping new learners overcome anxiety
Why tech education must start with confidence, not just syntax
How I use tutorials, patience, and scaffolding to support early success
What students need to believe before they can succeed
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0:00 – Back in the classroom – first impressions
0:11 – Seeing returning students again
0:37 – Embracing change and lifelong learning
1:00 – Students exploring IT careers
1:13 – The power of early classroom relationships
1:26 – Teaching “non-traditional” coding with Linux
1:48 – Reducing tech anxiety with supportive structures
2:10 – Prepping students for the next step with tutorials
2:34 – First night classroom energy and motivation
3:04 – Guiding motivated learners toward real IT skills
3:28 – Confidence is the first skill I teach
3:53 – Being present, patient, and mindful as an educator
4:15 – Real-world skills for resumes and job readiness
4:42 – Final reflections and a message for all new learners
If you're an educator, tech learner, or career changer, this video will resonate with the emotional and strategic side of teaching IT.
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