I am an educator because…
It’s no secret that I absolutely love being an educator. I have shared my story numerous times and I realize it is rare for someone to know in early childhood what they wanted to be when they grew up and then never divert from that plan until it came to fruition. It was a dream as a kid to become a teacher and today it is still a dream to wake up every day as an educator.
I often ask future teachers why they want to become a teacher and I realized I don’t think I ever really shared my answer to my own question. In keeping with the educator theme, I am going to share my reasons for being an educator in objective form. Instead of the all-too-familiar phrase “Students Will Be Able To,” I will write my post as “I Will Be Able To” in a ‘Top Ten’ list format.
I WILL BE ABLE TO:
10- Make the community I live in a better place
9- Model respectful and mature interactions with others
8- Exhibit moral character traits on a daily basis
7- Sympathize with life’s personal challenges
6- Assist in dreaming big dreams for one’s future
5- Give a voice to an often muted age
4- Challenge a fragile mind in a unique way
3- Consistently pour love and protection into a young life
2- Encourage children to persevere through hardship
1- Inspire every child to become their best self
Why are you (or want to be) an educator?
About the author, Gretchen
I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.