Special Education Personal Statement

Growing up at a young age, I was unaware that my mom had a disability seeing that I did not know any different; in my eyes, she was simply my mom. I became her interpreter, point of reference, an outlet for her frustrations, and most importantly, her ears. My mother is Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH). Because of this, I was given and taught the value of patience and compassion. As a result, it further developed the idea that teaching, amongst various student populations, would be my chosen profession. In addition, I obtained a Bachelor’s specifically in Urban Learning at a university to advance my knowledge of Special Education, underserved communities, and diverse cultures. Not only that, it prepared me to instruct in settings with distinct challenges, in particular, overcrowded schools, student transience, and insufficient resources. The education imparted on me also presented unique opportunities for cultural connections, the utilization of up-to-date technology, and creative assets. …show more content…
For that reason, I became an Instructional Aide/Health O.H. for a school district. This presented ideal opportunities for me to collaborate with numerous teachers and other staff on providing support and enhancing the learning outcomes of their students. Also, it contributed to my knowledge of Special Education and orthopedically handicapped students. In addition, it gave me necessary hands-on experience which included feeding, restroom assistance, and guidance strategies on assignments. Each day is never the same, but watching genuine happiness and excitement coming from our students’ faces on top of accomplishing the smallest of goals, has solidified my decision of pursuing this