This document summarizes the writer's experience with their 7th grade math teacher, Mr. Phillips. Mr. Phillips was an uncaring teacher who did not show compassion for students who struggled with math. He moved quickly through lessons without ensuring students understood, and became argumentative with students who asked for help. Many students were retained in 7th grade multiple times due to failing Mr. Phillips' class. The writer had to rely on help from their older sister to pass the class. The writer concludes they would take a different approach as a teacher by caring for all students, ensuring understanding, and respecting students and school rules.