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 Why Teach?

I have known for as long as I can remember I have always wanted to be a teacher. As a young child, I would pay close attention to my teachers and the way they taught certain things. Once I got older, I would start “teaching” at home to my parents because I was so intrigued with being like my teachers. I have always wanted to help people and I love children so I knew that this career could be a really great thing for me. I always had wonderful teachers that would encourage me to stick with the dream of becoming a teacher. My goals are to put my student’s first, to make the class a safe space for all students and to teach them something new every day. My grandmother on my mom’s side was a teacher for over 30 years so I’m hopefully following in her footsteps. 








Educational Aims:

I am wanting to become a third grade teacher but I will be certified to teach EC-6th. I remember my third grade school year very vividly and I know how important this grade is with testing and the transition from one grade to another. When I student taught in high school I was in a second and third grade classroom and I was able to compare the different grade levels. After being present in both these classes all year I decided on third grade because the students have more independence but also need that one-on-one instruction too. I personally believe this will be a good balance with effective classroom management and once I get into the groove of teaching. I am wanting to stick with the Reading/Language Arts side but I am open to any of the subjects because I will be in the position to teach them one day. 



Tiktok Teachers:

@lovemsslater- She shows the realistic side of teaching, instead of glamorizing it for social media. She tries to make the classroom fun for her and her students. 

 


Comments

  1. Praxis Place/Julia MerittJanuary 24, 2023 at 10:34 AM

    Hi and welcome, Lindzie!
    Your explanation about why you enjoy 3rd grade is so thoughtful. My preference is reading and language arts, too. Can't get enough of it.

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