My Reasons for desiring to be a Teacher (Week One)

Reasons for Desiring to be a Teacher

The general motivations I hold in common with other educators are as follows: I desire to serve the individual student; I have a passion for learning and hope to motivate others to develop that same passion; my experiences working with diverse groups has been completely rewarding; seeing the look of accomplishment and success on an individuals face when they “get it” is intoxicating; and I desire to be a positive roll model influencing the future of each student in a positive way. Perspectives that have created this desire have come from both positive and negative personal experiences as a student. I have a heart that desires each person to be given the opportunity to learn and advance in the education system. They have the right to learn and to learn from someone who finds continued learning imperative enough to place it in highest importance in order to give that individual the best learning experience possible. I believe everyone has a dream, maybe it has yet to be discovered but they have it none the less. Sometimes all one needs is a little motivation, a lot of direction, and someone who believes in them. Each teaching opportunity I have been given there has been a moment when the student gets “it” – that moment for me is intoxicating.

I have had great teachers in my life. They have been my inspiration and the examples I aspire to reflect. I will never forget them. I have also had the privilege of enduring leadership that has hampered my potential and discouraged my dreams. Both have made an impact on my life. Both have aided me as the fuel behind my persistence to be in the place I am today.

Why do I want to be a teacher? I have a passion for learning and to see people succeed despite their circumstances. I have a love for young people and a desire to impact their lives with tools to make a difference in this world. My heart is to be a servant and influence as a positive roll model. I love challenges and look forward to the constant wave in the classroom. Whether opportunity is given directly or indirectly, I want to share the mercy and love of Christ with a world of young people full of life or hurting. Teaching affects society because it is the main power of influence at the beginning of and throughout every individual life. It is through a teacher that one learns to speak, read, write, do arithmetic, and often times the learning process includes invaluable life skills. I see a need and I want to fill the position.