Did you plan on being a teacher since like forever? What made you decide you wanted to be a teacher? did you regret this descion? I always though that I wantedto be a teacher, and now i am not so sure. i am very mixed up. i am frightened to tell anyone because they might tell my parents. is this just a whim, or have i really changed my mind????
2006-09-26 10:30:13 · 8 answers · asked by NY Lady 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I have always wanted to be a teacher. Growing up, that was my favorite game, pretending to be a teacher. I will graduate in May with my degree in teaching.
The best advice I could give you, is to take a year off from school, and maybe explore who you are. I am a non-traditional student who took 6 years off from school before going to college. I appreciate my education more, and I have a better understanding of the person that I am. I see many college students who don't know what they want in life. Just tell your parents that you are not sure what you are wanting to do. I am sure that they would understand that a lot more, than if you came home from college and wanted to quit because you were unsure.
Some colleges, like the one I attend, have a mandatory class that you take before your other education classes, that get you into the classroom, and this helps you to decide if teaching is what you really want to do. You can look into the college that you are going to attend, and see what their policy is on field hours (hours that you are in the classroom).
No matter what decision you make, good luck.
2006-09-26 10:44:36 · answer #1 · answered by getting_pierced_79 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am not a teacher, but my wife is an awesome teacher. I work with teachers on a daily basis. I think they are the most admirable individuals. They are definitely not in it for the money but rather for the love of the work and the tremendous impact they have on every child's life. I think teaching is and can be a very rewarding career. I also think that to some degree the art of teaching comes naturally, however, a lot of the techniques, best practices and confidence is built upon by training, experience and lots of patience. If your fears are grounded in what is expected of you, say by your parents, I think that teaching might not be for you. However, if your fears are found in your desire of becoming a great teacher but not knowing how, then I recommend you do your homework, find the best teaching program you can find and talk to someone who can motivate you pursue this dream.
2006-09-26 10:53:18 · answer #2 · answered by tizoc97 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's funny I came across this question today. I am a senior early childhood major in college currently and in my class today, my professor asked us to list reasons as to why we wanted to go into teaching/education. The discussion ended up turning into all of us teacher candidates discussing how we were influenced by our favorite teachers to become educators. I had two teachers throughout my school career as well as my aunt who was a second grade teacher that shared experiences with me that made me want to become an early elementary teacher. All three of these women had similar traits, caring, compassionate, entergetic, interested in the students and nuturing. All three of them went above and beyond the call of duty. My favorite teachers attended activities and events that I was in (as well as my classmates) and they also gave positive reinforcement which is always a plus! As I am about to finish my college education, I have tried to base my philosophy of education and teaching styles around the three great role models I had. Thankfully there still are great teachers out there who inspire students. I hope one day to be as wonderful and great as an educator as my 4th grade teacher, 7th grade language arts teacher and my aunt, who was a 2nd grade teacher. Ever since I was a little girl, I knew I had wanted to be a teacher. I would play pretend school and I even had my own teacher desk. I never considered another job in my life.
If you are having doubts, consider talking to a school counselor. They would be more than happy to talk through it with you and help you decide what career path to take. Good luck :)
2006-09-27 01:08:03 · answer #3 · answered by happy_teaching_gal 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've had several people tell me that i would make a great teacher, and they sure weren't wrong! Look and listen to those around you, what are they saying what are they thinking and how do you feel you relate to the students? Relationships are the best way to know if you'll make a great teacher or not. Relationships and equity when dealing with problems and problem students.
2006-09-26 11:14:16 · answer #4 · answered by jahjahbinks 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You must do it to be sure. I am during my 4-year teacher training and since the start I've been having mixed ideas about me in a role of teacher. Now I'm having a practical training in high school, and I'm satisfied... maybe, maybe..., But after teaching in an elementary school - I was terrified of what children can.. be.. and do....
2006-09-26 12:20:21 · answer #5 · answered by Lady G. 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my wife is a teacher for 2nd graders and she says she would never want any othe job but that she loves the molding of the childrens minds and the look on the face when something new is learned and discovered.
2006-09-26 10:39:41 · answer #6 · answered by Barry G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont I want to be a Resort Owner/Manager. Why would I want to teach bad little kids, get low pay, and spend my weekends grading papers? Not worth it.
2006-09-26 10:32:03 · answer #7 · answered by . 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
there is something about seeing someone's eyes light up when you help them realize the answer that they knew all along. it is a great feeling.
2006-09-26 12:11:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋