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I want to be a teacher because I enjoy helping others, and being a mentor to others. I enjoy seeing others succeed and I enjoy being a helping member of my community.

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For as long as I can remember, teaching has been more than just a professional choice for me; it's a calling. I enjoyed teaching others as a child, whether it was by walking a friend through a math issue or teaching them a new skill. I was frequently told, "You'd make a great teacher." I initially dismissed it as a compliment, but as time went on, I realized that they were telling the truth.

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Dolcie Davis

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I want to be a teacher so I can inspire my learners to explore their skills, find their passions, and believe in themselves. I truly value incorporating a friendly classroom environment where every child feels accepted and respected. Given my experience as an artistic swimming coach has shown me how amazing it feels to see your students accomplish something when given the motivation and confidence that they can do it.  With experiencing that I would like to do the same thing on a larger scale for more children!

Angelica De Luca

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Since childhood I recall myself being a teacher to my stuffed animals as I gave them spelling and math tests. I always had a desire to become a teacher as I wanted to provide same opportunities as my teachers had provided me.

Later on in my life I decided to change my career path as I became an ECE. I truely enjoy being an ECE as I am able to create positive relationships with children and families. When I observe how my nurturing, caring and supportive behaviour has impacted a childs socio-emotional learning and well being I have became more interested in becoming a teacher. I feel that I would be able to impact childrens lives positively by dismantling negative behaviours and teaching them fundamental skills which will enable them to become success members of society.

Ramanpreet

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I want to be a teacher to inspire and shape young minds. I have always loved working with children and love those moments where you see a growth in their knowledge, confidence, creativity, expressions, pretty much anything. I'm excited to get to know my students and to encourage and support their gifts and talents. In my own experience, I know how effective a good teacher can be and the impact we as teachers can leave on our students. I want to continue this cycle in education where I can be a good and kind influence on my students.

-Victoria

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I remember during my kindergarten graduation I said "when I grow up I want to be a teacher", since then I knew I wanted to be a teacher because it looked like fun. It wasn't until my my younger brother was diagnosed with ASD and he has been having a difficult time in his educational experience, and I knew I wanted to be that teacher that my brother needed for other students.

-Sofia Colalillo

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I have an opportunity to work with kids with developmental delays for a long time outside of the education system, but I have seen how the experiences at school can impact both students and their families sometimes in a positive way and other times unfortunately not. I want to be a teacher to help make education a positive experience for students and their families.

Qendresa Dervishi

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Growing up, I always had a passion for teaching, which has significantly increased as I got older. As a child, I fondly recall engaging in role-playing scenarios in which I took on the role of a teacher and imagined I had my own classroom. Over time, whenever my family and friends asked about my future goals, teaching has always been my top choice. Not only do I want to be seen as a teacher in the eyes of young children, but I also want to become an inspiration and role model that provides the guidance needed for success in their future.

- Prabhjit

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For as long as I can remember I have always wanted to be a teacher. From reading to my three younger siblings as a child, to working with different students as a tutor and camp counselor. I have always had a drive to see students learn or harness a skill that they did not know they already had. I strive to be a teacher that makes a positive impact on their students because I know the feeling of having a "good" teacher who is capable of showing their students something they always had within them, but gives them a little push so that they to can recognize their own talents and ambitions.

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I heard that as young as 5, students who are told they are capable and smart are a lot more likely to succeed in the future. I want to be that teacher that lets students know they are capable of anything if they put their mind to it. I want to support their dreams or what success looks like for them. -Devin

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I want to teach because some of my teachers were the coolest people ever with the coolest hobbies and skills. I looked up to them so much and wanted to be just like them. Now I want to be the coolest person ever too.

I also love working with children and I learn the most from them. Being in a workplace where you are constantly learning is truly the best place to be.

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I want to be a teacher because I want to pay it forward for all the (few) teachers that have changed my life.

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I initially pursued an undergraduate degree in Journalism, but after graduating, I began to question if I had chosen the right career path. Through self-reflection, I realized that my true passion lies in working with children. I also recognized my desire to ensure that no student experiences the same struggles in school that I did. The opportunity to positively impact my students' education is incredibly fulfilling and meaningful to me.

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help students grow and learn and follow their dreams. To effectively teach students and make them have a light bulb kind of 'aha' moment. when they understand a concept, an idea, or a lesson because I explained it .