Why Teach?
Throughout my K-12 education, I was blessed to have teachers that had a positive impact on my life. I had several teachers in elementary school, middle school, and high school that helped shape me into the person that I am today. These teachers ultimately inspired me to choose a career in education. I believe that teachers can have one of the greatest impacts on adolescents because of how closely they interact with them. Memorable teachers of mine always made me feel welcomed, heard, and seen in the classroom, and my goal is to do the same for my students. I want to teach because I think it is such a privilege to watch and help the next generation grow into who they want to be. I want to serve as the same role model that several of my teachers were for me and create a safe space for students to express themselves. I am currently seeking a degree in 4-8 Middle Level Education with a Generalist certification, and while I am open to teaching any of these grades, I would love to teac...