I have always wanted to do something with writing: screenwriter, novelist, fortune cookie creator; however, as an English teacher, I can show students more than just their little epoch in history. English teachers give students a chance to experience the world around them, vicariously and directly, through reading and research of nonfiction and fiction. I can help students realize that the written and spoken word changes the world and get these young people creating prose and poetry to persuade and inform the masses. Youth have a voice that deserves to be heard, and I want to help create a generation that fearlessly and effectively--non of this tweeting and Instagram that is so popular today--expresses their emotions with informative and valuable writings.
As the oldest sibling and grandchild, I always got to be the 'teacher' when the cousins and I would play 'school.' I remember one day when I had my 3 and 4 year old cousins with me and I tried to teach them about the life lessons in Dr. Seuss. I think we can all agree that we have a sense of innate personality for teaching; for me, it is my passion. Teaching is when I come alive and feel my best. Whether it's in the classroom, working with special needs students (I had the most amazing experience in my previous job working with students that had autism) or volunteering in a daycare in Mexico (which I did for four months), I find it fascinating to watch children grow and learn as I grow and learn alongside them.
Growing up in a family with both parents as teachers (Father- Social Studies/ Mom - English), I have wanted to be a teacher for a long time, probably as long as I can remember--it only came down to what subject would I teach? I had always been stronger at reading and writing than other subjects, but it wasn't until my senior year of high school that I would make my decision. During this time, I was blessed with an excellent English teacher named Ms. Bienkowski, who I would say influenced my decision more than anyone else. I began reading more and more books during this time and before I knew it, I was declared myself an English major with a Secondary Education minor.
Growing up in a family with both parents as teachers (Father- Social Studies/ Mom - English), I have wanted to be a teacher for a long time, probably as long as I can remember--it only came down to what subject would I teach? I had always been stronger at reading and writing than other subjects, but it wasn't until my senior year of high school that I would make my decision. During this time, I was blessed with an excellent English teacher named Ms. Bienkowski, who I would say influenced my decision more than anyone else. I began reading more and more books during this time and before I knew it, I was declared myself an English major with a Secondary Education minor.
English has always been my favorite subject, particularly when it involves reading novels. It's very interesting to see how everyone interprets a piece of text differently even if everyone is reading the same piece. I also got very invested in teaching when I was required to begin teaching classes in my dojo (training area for karate). I, and the students, couldn't wait to hear that I was teaching class. I remember opening the dojo and as I watched the students come in, their smiles would just light up the room when I said I'm leading class. Not only do I love reading, but fairly recently, I've also developed a love for writing, and that is also a very important skill that I want my future students to develop as well as reading. Finally, I think English teachers are more influential in a student's life, whether in a positive or a negative manner. All of my English teachers are a major part of my inspiration to become an English teacher. They made me fall in love with English Language Arts over and over again through their creative projects and their passion for the subject. As Ben Franklin said, "Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing."
Ever since I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a veterinarian. Having grown up on my grandma's farm and constantly being around and caring for animals, I began to plan out my future accordingly as an aspiring emergency clinic veterinarian. However, my life goals soon began to undergo a rapid transformation whenever I entered the fourth grade. Over the course of my fourth grade school year at Scull Elementary School, my love for English Language Arts began to grow and thrive as my fourth grade English teacher, Mrs. Hamilton, challenged and inspired me to become the best reader and critical thinker that I could be. Mrs. Hamilton transformed the world of English and literacy for my fourth-grade self and I quickly found my future goals and dreams change shape from veterinarian to English teacher right before my eyes. Mrs. Hamilton was the first English teacher that I had who devoted her entire self to her student's well-being and their success in her class. Her love for English and also her students shone through every single one of her lessons. I vividly remember sitting in her class on our Dr. Seuss Day Celebration and also telling her at the conclusion of the school year that I wanted to be an English teacher just like her someday. I have always been an avid reader and writer but I definitely have to say that I am at the point where I am in my life today of working towards becoming an English teacher because of Mrs. Hamilton. I sometimes wonder how different my life would be if I never had Mrs. Hamilton in fourth grade or if I continued to pursue my previous dream of becoming a veterinarian but then I think about how everything in my life has fallen into place over the course of this journey towards becoming an English teacher. I have no doubt that teaching is my calling and I am prepared to allow my love for language, literature, and reading to guide me as a future educator who strives for the absolute best. As Mrs. Hamilton accomplished whenever I was her student, I hope to challenge my own students someday to dig deeper into the field of literature to find joy and inspiration that such simple words on a page can produce.
I always felt like I wanted to be a teacher. For whatever reason, I chose biology to study at first. After awhile, I realized that I was not enjoying the classes at all. I was having a great deal of issues, especially with certain ethics relating to science. I decided to switch over to something that I would enjoy learning and enjoy teaching others about. I have always enjoyed reading and I love to write and express my thoughts and opinions. It is a skill that I would love to help others achieve. Also, I know a good number of people who do not appreciate poetry. When I was younger, my family and I would visit my great-grandfather at the Outerbanks every summer. He had a really relaxing gazebo on a quiet bay in his backyard. My grandmother would sometimes read me poetry outside on the gazebo. I think that is where my initial appreciation for literature was born and I fondly remember those calm and relaxing times with happiness. It is so exciting for me to be able to study something that I truly love and also be able to pass on knowledge about it to future generations that I will be teaching.
Hindsight is 20/20, and now considering where I am as a junior English Education major, my choice to pursue a career in teaching English has always made sense. Since a young age, I loved reading, writing, and helping others. I excelled in the language arts, and was reading well above my age and grade levels. I even went against the rules and read my chapter books at recess instead of playing games! When I entered high school, my loves for the subject and for teaching was propelled by wonderful teachers who recognized and cultivated my interest and talent. As I was getting ready to enter college, I decided on a career path that was more monetarily rewarding, and declared a major in biology. After a single semester, I found my courses missing all of the things that I loved the most: reading, writing, and human interaction. I changed my major, and quickly realized that I have found my calling to educate and positively influence young students just as my teachers had done with me. I can only hope that my loves of learning, teaching, and the English language impact my future students.
Since I was in kindergarten, I have always loved to read and write. I remember when I was in first grade, I proudly announced to my parents that I wanted to become a writer when I grew up. Becoming a famous author was a consistent dream of mine until I was a middle student. Teachers began talking about careers and money, and suddenly, I realized that becoming an author was not a practical career option for me. Throughout high school, my teachers would occasionally praise my public speaking abilities and comment on my presence in the front of the classroom. One teacher in particular even commented that I should consider being a teacher. My academic journey definitely helped me realize that I want to be an English teacher, but my passion for helping others solidified my decision to become a teacher. Being the oldest of five children, I always enjoyed taking care of and assisting others. I was fortunate enough to experience the rewarding feeling of helping others at a young age when I babysat my younger siblings, volunteered at my church, and helped at the local animal shelter. By the time I was a high school student, I realized that one of the most effective ways that I could help others was to become a teacher. I could have an impact on so many students’ lives by doing/teaching something that I loved. What would be a better way to live my life? Now that I am only two years away from becoming a certified teacher, I cannot help but feel super excited. The dream that I have dreamt for years is finally becoming reality. I will be able to read and write for a living as well as to teach and help others during the process. I will be able to form relationships with young people and hopefully inspire at least a select few of them to appreciate the wonderful world of English Language Arts.
Since my time in elementary school, I have always had a strong proclivity for the creative field, most specifically with regards to language. I have loved to read and, over the years, have gained an appreciation for the printed word, especially for the classics. Moreover, writing is both a talent and a passion of mine. I enjoy writing in a creative fashion--short stories and poetry--as well delving into the profundity of language and literary topics through academic writing. Nevertheless, my true passion for the field of education did not manifest until I reached high school and encountered two immeasurably talented and passionate English teachers. My junior and senior English teachers not only made the content interesting and relevant, but also inspired their students to reach their highest potential. Their lessons were interactive, and they found a way to touch each students' life with a genuine empathy towards all the individuals with whom they interacted. In, that moment, my passion for writing and literature could finally be put towards a meaningful outlet; I knew that I too wanted to be an English teacher. I have always preferred interacting with people as opposed to solitary work. Thus, I suppose teaching has always been my dream insofar as it encompasses all the things to which I wish to devote myself. Reading and writing, a career filled with meaningful connections between colleagues and learners, and an opportunity to equip students with the needed skills and inspiration in order to succeed, can all be summed up in one work--education. Hence, my sojourn brings me closer and closer to the ultimate goal of attaining my own classroom wherein I can teach what I love and watch students thrive.
I have always wanted to do something with writing: screenwriter, novelist, fortune cookie creator; however, as an English teacher, I can show students more than just their little epoch in history. English teachers give students a chance to experience the world around them, vicariously and directly, through reading and research of nonfiction and fiction. I can help students realize that the written and spoken word changes the world and get these young people creating prose and poetry to persuade and inform the masses. Youth have a voice that deserves to be heard, and I want to help create a generation that fearlessly and effectively--non of this tweeting and Instagram that is so popular today--expresses their emotions with informative and valuable writings.
ReplyDeleteAs the oldest sibling and grandchild, I always got to be the 'teacher' when the cousins and I would play 'school.' I remember one day when I had my 3 and 4 year old cousins with me and I tried to teach them about the life lessons in Dr. Seuss. I think we can all agree that we have a sense of innate personality for teaching; for me, it is my passion. Teaching is when I come alive and feel my best. Whether it's in the classroom, working with special needs students (I had the most amazing experience in my previous job working with students that had autism) or volunteering in a daycare in Mexico (which I did for four months), I find it fascinating to watch children grow and learn as I grow and learn alongside them.
ReplyDeleteGrowing up in a family with both parents as teachers (Father- Social Studies/ Mom - English), I have wanted to be a teacher for a long time, probably as long as I can remember--it only came down to what subject would I teach? I had always been stronger at reading and writing than other subjects, but it wasn't until my senior year of high school that I would make my decision. During this time, I was blessed with an excellent English teacher named Ms. Bienkowski, who I would say influenced my decision more than anyone else. I began reading more and more books during this time and before I knew it, I was declared myself an English major with a Secondary Education minor.
ReplyDeleteGrowing up in a family with both parents as teachers (Father- Social Studies/ Mom - English), I have wanted to be a teacher for a long time, probably as long as I can remember--it only came down to what subject would I teach? I had always been stronger at reading and writing than other subjects, but it wasn't until my senior year of high school that I would make my decision. During this time, I was blessed with an excellent English teacher named Ms. Bienkowski, who I would say influenced my decision more than anyone else. I began reading more and more books during this time and before I knew it, I was declared myself an English major with a Secondary Education minor.
ReplyDeleteEnglish has always been my favorite subject, particularly when it involves reading novels. It's very interesting to see how everyone interprets a piece of text differently even if everyone is reading the same piece. I also got very invested in teaching when I was required to begin teaching classes in my dojo (training area for karate). I, and the students, couldn't wait to hear that I was teaching class. I remember opening the dojo and as I watched the students come in, their smiles would just light up the room when I said I'm leading class. Not only do I love reading, but fairly recently, I've also developed a love for writing, and that is also a very important skill that I want my future students to develop as well as reading. Finally, I think English teachers are more influential in a student's life, whether in a positive or a negative manner. All of my English teachers are a major part of my inspiration to become an English teacher. They made me fall in love with English Language Arts over and over again through their creative projects and their passion for the subject. As Ben Franklin said, "Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing."
ReplyDeleteEver since I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a veterinarian. Having grown up on my grandma's farm and constantly being around and caring for animals, I began to plan out my future accordingly as an aspiring emergency clinic veterinarian. However, my life goals soon began to undergo a rapid transformation whenever I entered the fourth grade. Over the course of my fourth grade school year at Scull Elementary School, my love for English Language Arts began to grow and thrive as my fourth grade English teacher, Mrs. Hamilton, challenged and inspired me to become the best reader and critical thinker that I could be. Mrs. Hamilton transformed the world of English and literacy for my fourth-grade self and I quickly found my future goals and dreams change shape from veterinarian to English teacher right before my eyes. Mrs. Hamilton was the first English teacher that I had who devoted her entire self to her student's well-being and their success in her class. Her love for English and also her students shone through every single one of her lessons. I vividly remember sitting in her class on our Dr. Seuss Day Celebration and also telling her at the conclusion of the school year that I wanted to be an English teacher just like her someday. I have always been an avid reader and writer but I definitely have to say that I am at the point where I am in my life today of working towards becoming an English teacher because of Mrs. Hamilton. I sometimes wonder how different my life would be if I never had Mrs. Hamilton in fourth grade or if I continued to pursue my previous dream of becoming a veterinarian but then I think about how everything in my life has fallen into place over the course of this journey towards becoming an English teacher. I have no doubt that teaching is my calling and I am prepared to allow my love for language, literature, and reading to guide me as a future educator who strives for the absolute best. As Mrs. Hamilton accomplished whenever I was her student, I hope to challenge my own students someday to dig deeper into the field of literature to find joy and inspiration that such simple words on a page can produce.
ReplyDeleteI always felt like I wanted to be a teacher. For whatever reason, I chose biology to study at first. After awhile, I realized that I was not enjoying the classes at all. I was having a great deal of issues, especially with certain ethics relating to science. I decided to switch over to something that I would enjoy learning and enjoy teaching others about. I have always enjoyed reading and I love to write and express my thoughts and opinions. It is a skill that I would love to help others achieve. Also, I know a good number of people who do not appreciate poetry. When I was younger, my family and I would visit my great-grandfather at the Outerbanks every summer. He had a really relaxing gazebo on a quiet bay in his backyard. My grandmother would sometimes read me poetry outside on the gazebo. I think that is where my initial appreciation for literature was born and I fondly remember those calm and relaxing times with happiness. It is so exciting for me to be able to study something that I truly love and also be able to pass on knowledge about it to future generations that I will be teaching.
ReplyDeleteHindsight is 20/20, and now considering where I am as a junior English Education major, my choice to pursue a career in teaching English has always made sense. Since a young age, I loved reading, writing, and helping others. I excelled in the language arts, and was reading well above my age and grade levels. I even went against the rules and read my chapter books at recess instead of playing games! When I entered high school, my loves for the subject and for teaching was propelled by wonderful teachers who recognized and cultivated my interest and talent. As I was getting ready to enter college, I decided on a career path that was more monetarily rewarding, and declared a major in biology. After a single semester, I found my courses missing all of the things that I loved the most: reading, writing, and human interaction. I changed my major, and quickly realized that I have found my calling to educate and positively influence young students just as my teachers had done with me. I can only hope that my loves of learning, teaching, and the English language impact my future students.
ReplyDeleteSince I was in kindergarten, I have always loved to read and write. I remember when I was in first grade, I proudly announced to my parents that I wanted to become a writer when I grew up. Becoming a famous author was a consistent dream of mine until I was a middle student. Teachers began talking about careers and money, and suddenly, I realized that becoming an author was not a practical career option for me. Throughout high school, my teachers would occasionally praise my public speaking abilities and comment on my presence in the front of the classroom. One teacher in particular even commented that I should consider being a teacher. My academic journey definitely helped me realize that I want to be an English teacher, but my passion for helping others solidified my decision to become a teacher.
ReplyDeleteBeing the oldest of five children, I always enjoyed taking care of and assisting others. I was fortunate enough to experience the rewarding feeling of helping others at a young age when I babysat my younger siblings, volunteered at my church, and helped at the local animal shelter. By the time I was a high school student, I realized that one of the most effective ways that I could help others was to become a teacher. I could have an impact on so many students’ lives by doing/teaching something that I loved. What would be a better way to live my life?
Now that I am only two years away from becoming a certified teacher, I cannot help but feel super excited. The dream that I have dreamt for years is finally becoming reality. I will be able to read and write for a living as well as to teach and help others during the process. I will be able to form relationships with young people and hopefully inspire at least a select few of them to appreciate the wonderful world of English Language Arts.
Since my time in elementary school, I have always had a strong proclivity for the creative field, most specifically with regards to language. I have loved to read and, over the years, have gained an appreciation for the printed word, especially for the classics. Moreover, writing is both a talent and a passion of mine. I enjoy writing in a creative fashion--short stories and poetry--as well delving into the profundity of language and literary topics through academic writing. Nevertheless, my true passion for the field of education did not manifest until I reached high school and encountered two immeasurably talented and passionate English teachers. My junior and senior English teachers not only made the content interesting and relevant, but also inspired their students to reach their highest potential. Their lessons were interactive, and they found a way to touch each students' life with a genuine empathy towards all the individuals with whom they interacted. In, that moment, my passion for writing and literature could finally be put towards a meaningful outlet; I knew that I too wanted to be an English teacher. I have always preferred interacting with people as opposed to solitary work. Thus, I suppose teaching has always been my dream insofar as it encompasses all the things to which I wish to devote myself. Reading and writing, a career filled with meaningful connections between colleagues and learners, and an opportunity to equip students with the needed skills and inspiration in order to succeed, can all be summed up in one work--education. Hence, my sojourn brings me closer and closer to the ultimate goal of attaining my own classroom wherein I can teach what I love and watch students thrive.
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