I recently graduated from Willamette University in May 2009, with a B.A in Asian Studies. I just started the Willamette Master's of Arts and Teaching (MAT) program this past week, hoping to become an early childhood/elementary school teacher after this year.
I have always had a passion for working with children, and I hope that my passions will translate to the work I do in the classrooms this coming year and in the years to come. I have worked as teaching aides in classrooms, tutors for middle and high school students, mentors, etc... throughout high school and college, but last year, I had the unique opportunity to be a nanny for a 6-year old girl who was adopted from China, and it was then that I knew for sure I wanted to be a teacher. I enjoy helping students in and out of the classroom, and I think the impact that we as teachers make can help to shape and change the world.
My kindergarten teacher was someone who positively impacted me, and even to this day she continues to support me. She made school a fun and enjoyable place, and I hope that as a teacher, I can do the same. I am really excited about the next 10 months in the MAT program and can't wait to get started!!!
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thanks for sharing. it's wonderful you have a mentor from so many years ago.
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