I would always say I wanted to become a teacher. Till this day, I still want to chase my dream of becoming a teacher. It was my dream and ambition since I was in grade 3.. I still remember playing "teacher" with my cousins and younger brother during my childhood years.
I can't believe this childhood dream of mine is finally coming true.
In September I will be going back to SFU for their teaching program (Yes, I am graduating this summer!). Receiving the acceptance letter to both SFU and UBC's teaching program was one of the happiest days of my life for me. I am feeling both excited and nervous for this amazing opportunity. I have no idea what to expect but I know that I am really going to enjoy working with the kids. We will see if this 1 year program will make or break me!
At times I wonder if I really am fit to become a teacher.
For example, I wonder if I am outgoing or social enough to become one. At times I catch myself practising my "loud voice" (a term I made up)... I call the ability to talk to the whole class and to catch the students attention the "loud voice".
It's not at all about the money for me.
I know that teachers don't get paid enough. But one of the biggest rewards of teaching is the potential to help others grow; to help children become the best that they can be. Teaching is about making a difference in peoples lives. I don't want a 9 to 5 job where I am sitting in an office in front of a computer typing my way around the clock. I want to interact with people and I want to help people develop. Working with cute children is definitely a motivation for me. I can always count on them to put a smile on my face! In my opinion, seeing developmental, social, and mental changes in the children you work with is bigger than any pay cheque you can receive. I think many teachers out there can agree with this point :)
It's just something I always wanted to do in life... and I am getting one step closer with each day
