Let’s be honest, teachers have a hard job. Their commitment to teach and nurture children is nothing less than a God-given gift. As the beginning of the school year approaches, let’s pray for our teachers. This list of teacher prayers cover patience and safety in the classroom, wisdom dealing with difficult students, relationships with parents, and more.
These short prayers for teachers are perfect for any busy teacher to repeat to themselves in the morning or right before class.
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10 Short Daily Prayers for Teachers
1. Teacher’s Prayer: Give Me Patience in the Classroom
Jehovah Jireh, The LORD our Provider,
I pray for patience with my students and patience with myself. Being the day to day caretaker of two kids is incredibly challenging…let alone being the caretaker of thirty during business hours. Help me to better sympathize with and relate to my students therefore producing an abundance of patience. Teach me to be adaptable and empathetic to each child’s unique needs.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
2. Teacher’s Prayer: Give me Peace During the School Day
Jehovah Shalom, The LORD our Peace,
In a school year overloaded with looming deadlines, standardized testing, and large class sizes give me peace that surpasses all understanding. Remind me that I do not have to do this job alone. For You are with me. You will show me favor and hold me up with Your righteous right hand.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
3. Teacher’s Prayer: Give me wisdom dealing with difficult students
Jesus, my Wonderful Counselor,
In times of dealing with students with behavioral issues, give me patience and wisdom. Show me how to best redirect their behavior and create an effective learning environment for them. Show me a solution that would benefit the child, the overall classroom, and me as their teacher. Help me to quickly identify needs and forgive any disrespect so I do not carry hurt or anger in my body throughout my day.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
4. Teacher’s Prayer: Help me Build a positive working relationship with Students
Everlasting Father,
I pray for fruitful relationships with my students. Help me cultivate a rapport with my students that is mutually respectful, productive, supportive, and educational. I realize redirection is received best by my students when a genuine relationship is established.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
5. Teacher’s Prayer : Help me Prioritize Rest
El Roi, The God Who Sees Me,
I pray for a healthy, harmonious work-life balance that prioritizes rest. I understand that if I do not take care of myself, I cannot take care of my students. Help me prepare a list of things I can do to decompress at the end of the work day that revives my mind, body, soul, and spirit. I pray that each day I enter the school building I feel mentally, emotionally, and physically ready to take on the day’s challenges.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
6. Teacher’s Prayer: Grant me support from administrators and staff
Jehovah Nissi, The LORD my Banner,
Give my administrators the strength, patience, and wisdom to help facilitate a school that is safe, orderly and collaborative. I pray that our relationship is mutually supportive and uplifting. Help us establish a working relationship that prioritizes open communication and helpfulness. Give them wisdom on when to discipline and when to show mercy to students.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
7. Teacher’s Prayer for the Beginning of the School Year
Jehovah-Elohim, The Eternal Creator,
I pray for a renewed mindset and willing spirit to begin the new school year. I pray for fresh ideas to connect with and teach my students. Let my students have an eagerness to learn and the desire to build relationships with their fellow students and teachers. Protect our school building and everyone in it from all unseen danger.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
8. Teacher’s Prayer over Students Before an Exam
Jehovah-Adonai, The LORD our Sovereign,
I pray that my students have studied and that You bring back the necessary material to my student’s minds as they take this test. I pray for the complete absence of stress or anxiety. Give them the confidence and integrity to complete the test on their own.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
9. Daily Prayer for Teachers Before Class
Our Father,
Give me insight on how to ensure each student understands the concepts taught in today’s lesson. Give me practical ideas to teach concepts to my kids with different learning styles. Help my students to participate in discussions, stay on task, follow directions, and respect one another.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
