After doing my first nine blogs, I know much more now than when I started. After many lessons in class, topics of writing, and school visits, I can confidently say that I am very interested in the field of education. Along the way, I have learned some things about myself as well. I have learned that I definitely would want to be a high school teacher, thanks to our field visits. Going into the different schools was probably the best thing that has happened to me thus far in the semester. It really showed me what it would be like to teach at every different age group, and confirmed my interest in high school education. This is not to say I had a bad experience at the middle and elementary schools, I just believe that my skills matchup the best with the high school students and curriculum.
Looking back at all of my previous blogs, there were a few reoccurring themes. The one that stood out to me the most was the idea that educators should always do what is best for kids. This is something that I truly believe, and if the students are not your biggest priority, you're in the wrong profession. I understand that there will be a lot of difficult work along the way in the career of an educator. But making and impact on a child's life will be the best, and most rewarding feeling anyone could have. After thinking about all the teachers that I've had, and now the ones I have shadowed, I'm beginning to formulate thought about the most effective teaching styles. Obviously, there are endless ways a teacher can operate their class, but some are better than others. I want to be the most energetic and caring teacher possible, because I believe this is how to gain your student's respect. In conclusion, I have learned a lot about my interests and values. I now know what level of education I want to teach, and have a better understanding of what happens every day in the classroom.
