For the future of education

It’s sad to think there is a shortage in the career that makes it all happen. Educators are the ones who teach our future doctors, nurses, firefighters, scientists, you name them. A big part of who these remarkable people become is all thanks to the educators they had early in their life.

I know being an educator is a difficult and scary responsibility, especially in the world we live in today. But this is what I want to do. In fact, I’ve always known it. 

I want to inspire the little minds that will grow up to make our nation great again. I’ve had many wonderful teachers to learn from, and I appreciate being guided by the love and enthusiasm they emphasize in their classrooms. 

Seeing students achieve the milestones they need in order to reach success is something I look forward to experiencing myself. 

Teaching a student the alphabet and how to read will become milestones in my own career. 

Recently, I started my field experience in a second-grade classroom, and all I can say is, “I’m here for it.” It’s my first time working with little ones, besides past experiences with some higher grade levels, and I love how each of them has something different to learn. 

They are all like little mystery boxes waiting to be discovered. You never know what silly thing they will do or say next, but that’s one of the perks of being in this field. Your students will light up your day when you most need them to. It will remind you why you got into this in the first place. 

Many might say, “You probably don’t know what you’re getting yourself into,” and coming from a family of educators, I think I’ve heard quite some stories, but none that have discouraged me from becoming what I want to be. 

It’s been a heck of a ride trying to become an educator. There were late nights that seemed endless, studying to pass five certification exams, but I’m glad I’m almost at the finish line. Hopefully, it’s not too long till I will finally be given my first group of students and it will all be worth it. 

I want to take this time to encourage you to look into this pathway. I know “underpaid” and “stressful” is not something that can catch your eye, but this field has many other valuable ways to repay you for all that you do for our future leaders.

We need more teachers! They are our pillars for a brighter future. 

And, no, it’s not for everyone. It really isn’t. You need to have a big, strong heart and mind to take on this responsibility. 

Nonetheless, I don’t blame those who have decided to exit the education field. If anything, thank you for the dedication and hard work you gave to this field.