Reflecting on my knowledge and experiences of educational institutes, I appreciate the immeasurable influences teachers have on children’s lives. Despite the many challenges and demands in teaching, it is said to be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling career paths. I also consider education to offer an important means of social mobility, which is something I want to be a part of. As a teacher, I want to be an effective and influential role model who engages, motivates and inspires a class of young children to strive for greatness. With this goal in mind, it is my ambition to study for a primary PGCE.
The knowledge I have acquired whilst working towards my BA (hons) Education undergraduate degree has equipped me with the relevant academic understanding, practical skills and experiences needed to aid professional training. The course dealt extensively with ideas and research from a breath of social sciences. I have developed specific skills surrounding educational issues, equality and diversity, theories of learning, educational policies and practices, and a general knowledge of education in social, political and economic contexts. The range of different types of assessed work within this degree demonstrates my ability to work both individually and collectively. For example, the group …show more content…
I was often required to work under pressure and therefore I recognised that strong organisation and action planning was essential to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Equally, effective communication was vital within this role as I was a point of contact for the parents and was often required to oversee a colleague’s work to ensure that the parent’s expectations were met. I believe that my success within this role was a result of my confidence and ability to act decisively and authoritatively, while maintaining a friendly and approachable
The knowledge I have acquired whilst working towards my BA (hons) Education undergraduate degree has equipped me with the relevant academic understanding, practical skills and experiences needed to aid professional training. The course dealt extensively with ideas and research from a breath of social sciences. I have developed specific skills surrounding educational issues, equality and diversity, theories of learning, educational policies and practices, and a general knowledge of education in social, political and economic contexts. The range of different types of assessed work within this degree demonstrates my ability to work both individually and collectively. For example, the group …show more content…
I was often required to work under pressure and therefore I recognised that strong organisation and action planning was essential to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Equally, effective communication was vital within this role as I was a point of contact for the parents and was often required to oversee a colleague’s work to ensure that the parent’s expectations were met. I believe that my success within this role was a result of my confidence and ability to act decisively and authoritatively, while maintaining a friendly and approachable