Wanting to Run Before I Can Walk

I have managed to survive my first two weeks teaching. Well, it was more like 7.5 days due to the winter weather. Just when I was starting to establish procedures, and looking forward to moving along with the curriculum...BAM. I suppose that is life; as soon as we get a little comfortable, something happens to keep us on our toes.

I am anxious to get into a real routine with my class. One that lasts for more than 5 days. Unfortunately, we have end of quarter assessments this week, along with a field trip. I suppose I should get used to these crazy schedule changes, as they seem to be a regular part of the school year.

I am feeling so overwhelmed with meetings, paperwork, planning for the many different learning needs in my classroom, and trying to develop a sense of classroom community during an already packed school day. There is so much that I want to do, but am not sure how to go about doing it. I guess it is all about the process. I know that I can't be perfect, but is it bad to strive for that ideal? I have found myself becoming frustrated about being a first year teacher over the past few weeks. I know that if I had more experience I could do such a better job teaching my students. I worry that what I am able to do will not be enough; it is always on my mind.