Why Teach?
I want to teach because I know that over the course of however many years I am given the opportunity, I will be able to get a glimpse into students lives. I will be able to hopefully share knowledge, love, and guidance. I believe that children are the future generation and it so important that we focus on what is being fed to them. They are our future doctors, firefighters, pastors, administrators, leaders, parents, teachers, etc. It is so important that we acknowledge how important school and community is for students because we've seen what a lack of that looks like with the pandemic.
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Is it a family tradition?
My father has been in the teaching and coaching profession for over 20 years and so has all of his siblings, including his twin brother. So I guess it's kind of in my blood to go in the profession! I am so excited to continue to grow and learn and I look forward to engaging with my co-learners!
Educational Aims
I would love to teach 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade. Over the summer I worked a daycare summer camp and I had a chance to be with kinder-4th grade. I got to see different age groups and which ones I seemed to enjoy more. I had really great experiences in 2nd-4th grade and I know those are very crucial years in elementary school. My second grade teacher, Mr. Durr (who I am still close to this day) was such a mentor in my life when my family and I were going through some rough patches. She would check in on me and ask how I was doing. She even pulled me to the side one day and she had bought me a journal for me to write down my feelings and anything that I wanted if I didn't want to talk. She was such a kind woman. I want to me like her with my future students!
About ME!
My name is Kenzie Jones and I am from Round Rock, Texas. I am a junior at Texas State University, studying elementary education. In my spare time I enjoy playing volleyball, watching movies and taking my little dog, Benny on walks! I'm super excited for this semester!
A family of teachers, huh? How cool is it that you will have a 'home-base' support system and resource. Ms. Durr sounds like a wonderful person.
ReplyDeleteYes! A family of teachers! I have plenty of teacher friends and family to reach out to for advice and a helping hand as I navigate the teaching journey!
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ReplyDeleteI also believe it is important that we focus on what children are taking in. I am excited to push students in the right direction.
ReplyDeleteYes Shalondra, it is very important that we focus on what we provide for the children to absorb. I think at the end of the day each student will absorb information differently so we as teachers need to be mindful and ready to help each student.
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