As a child growing up, I would always say I wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. I would play 'school' with my friends, and when they weren't around I would play with my dolls. I liked being the teacher, and sharing my knowledge with my students, both the 'good' and the 'bad' ones.
At some point, my focus changed, and I decided I wanted to work in the business world. I obtained my B.S. in Business Management and Marketing. After that, I went to work in Property Management and Insurance, not quite finding my place in either field.
Having children definitely played a part in how I viewed things. Priorities change. It was then that I realized I am happiest when I am sharing knowledge with others. I felt most confident in each of my prior career choices when I was training or sharing knowledge with others. I started talking with my husband about going back to school to become a teacher, but the opportunity to do so would not present itself until after the birth of my third child.
Here I am, four courses away from student teaching, and completing my Masters program in Childhood and Special Education. I am grateful for the opportunity to return to school and pursue my hearts desire. I am thankful for the support of my family, without whom this would not be possible. I am indebted to my professors and peers who have taught me what I know about teaching, sharing, supporting, and learning. And most of all, I am anxious to share my passion with my students year after year, class after class.
My, how that image in the mirror has changed...grown...blossomed...evolved...transformed...flourished...confident.
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