After thinking over the jobs I've had since I started working, I would have to say that my job at the elementary school, the one I have worked at for three years, has my favorite boss.

I work as a substitute teacher's aide for disabled and autistic students. This job can be very demanding, especially when I'm not there the entire during the school year. I always do my best when I work with the students and I try to follow specific directions given for each student, but the thing that helps give me more confidence and security in my job is the teacher, the manager of the classroom.

She is always very positive and works well with the students. Her attitude and positiveness rub off and stick to me. The teacher makes me feel comfortable by showing me, in a kind manner, how to do something, and speaks to me as if I work in her room year round.

My boss lets me know how well I am doing at my job. I don't expect to be told or even reminded of how well I work, but for me, it's more like an incentive. It's something that let's me know I'm doing a good job and helping the students. And that's the most important thing I can give the students. I have taken my boss's example and I am providing them with the tools they need, an education.