Personal Reflective Essay

Being professional in the school setting is just as important as being professional in one's personal life. What one does in their own time is a direct reflection of who that person really is. By being a member of the United States Army, I have learned to live a respectful and professional lifestyle. Being a good influence to others in terms of personal wellness has always been a passion of mine. I will reflect on my learning experiences, learning process, as well as discuss my personal plan of action as it all relates to domain IV. Being a teacher doesn't end in the classroom. Setting a good example for students is key to being a successful educator. By working at the Child Development Center for 5 years, I have learned that communicating with families is very important. By volunteering my time for the Tough Mudder, I have contributed my time not only to the wounded warrior project, but also the families affected by this. This E-folio is a direct example of keeping records. I have also been educated on how spreadsheets and data basis can make maintaining records easy. These learning experiences have taught me professional responsibility through trial and error. …show more content…
I never understood the reasoning behind reflecting on a lesson until I taught my first lesson. Reflection has aided me in turning a good lesson plan into a great one. I created a warm-up and used the game nuts and squirrels. After plenty of giggles and side conversations, I will no longer refer to this game as nuts and squirrels. Instead I have renamed the activity to acorns and squirrels. We learn through trial and error. All of my learning experiences have shaped me into the physical educator I am today and will continue to shape me as I progress in my career. I have a plan of action in order to continue growing in domain