Essay on My Dream to Become a Teacher

I wondered how I could protect him from situations that were out of my control. Growing up, I had a preconceived idea of how family should be and how children should be raised. Watching television shows like The Cosby’s, The Wonder Years and Family Ties, helped to mold my preconception. Poverty, abuse, homelessness and violence were not a part of those shows’ story lines but a part of my reality. I wanted to create a world for my children that reflected…

It’s been four years since I came from Pakistan, and my thinking about higher education has drastically changed. In Pakistan the only people who got “educated” were rich people as they could afford the expensive tuition fees. Getting an education in Pakistan meant going above the standards and receiving a status. A college graduate would receive more respect in the job place as compared to person with just a high school diploma working there for years. Unfortunately in Pakistan we…

Growing up I have always found myself disinterested in school and could never seem to find my way. I grew up with a learning disability and always found myself struggling with my classes and barely getting by. I constantly found myself looking at the clock waiting for it to be 2:30, it seemed as if the day was never going to end. Nothing about school seemed exciting to me, I only had a handful of friends and felt like I was incompetent and incapable of accomplishing anything. It wasn’t until…

I had multiple teachers who inspired me to be a better student and immerse myself further in the English language and the historical background of our country. I was awed to learn the understanding of symbolism and irony, and taken aback by some of the horrific actions taken by Americans in the past. I have always been sure I would become a teacher after graduating high school, and I dreamed of writing novels and editing narratives at a renown publishing house. I wrote stories in my free time…

As I am about to complete my 10th year in education and continually take stock of my impact on the learning of children I begin to look at more closely my leadership beliefs. I have had a rich and varied series of experiences. Through these experience I noticed that I am a strong believer in the potential of an academically rigorous, values based education. My belief in the importance of creating an instructional experience that spirals and builds from one grade to the next, one level to the…

usually have: doctor, princess, etc. It wasn’t until about eight grade that my career choices became practical. I have switched between a number of different jobs since. Sometimes, I would only want a job for a couple of weeks then I would switch. Sometimes I would come back to the same job after eight months of wanting a new one. As of now, there are two jobs I think would be a good career choice for myself: biology teacher and enthobotanist. Since about eight grade, I have flip flopped jobs…

want to become a police officer?”, “You can do so much better with your life.” or, “Cops are stupid. I hate cops.” It shocks a lot of people when I say I want to be a police officer, but the answer I give to people shocks them a bit more. I always say it’s my life stay out of it. Friends, teachers, and family have not only questioned me about why I want to become a police officer, but have also said rude things to me about becoming a police officer. My aunt said “Why would you want to become a…

Personal Teaching Philosophy My goal as a teacher is to make a difference in the lives of disabled and non disabled children. I want to make all kids feel like they matter. I want to teach children how to strive to be the best that they can be. I want to encourage children to reach any goal that they set for themselves. I have always had a passion for teaching and young children. It has always been my dream job to be an educator. My Mother is a teacher and has been for my whole life. I have…

In “Me Talk Pretty One Day” David Sedaris shares with his readers what abused circus monkeys must face at the hands of a foul ringleader. To fulfill his dream of learning the French language, Sedaris uproots his life, moves to France, and enrolls in a French class. Once his tuition is paid, the circus begins, and it becomes clear that his time and money would have been better spent another way. It is important to think critically about changes in life, prior to making them. The excitement…

rest of my life, but the steps I take as a teacher will impact generations to come. I want to become a teacher not only to pass on knowledge, but to have a greater, lasting impact on the next generation. The knowledge passed on will help students to succeed, but it is the experiences they have that will last a lifetime. The responsibility of a teacher is far greater than many realize; they must learn how their students learn and adapt to better suit those needs. The impact of a single teacher…