I believe I have the ability to make a difference in children’s lives. After all, that is why I am going to school to be an Early Childhood teacher. I believe that preschool, kindergarten, and even daycare teachers do make a difference all the time. They are the people who care for, teach, and share their lives with young children. I think of my past teachers, as far back as I can, and remember how encouraging, motivational, and inspiring they were, and hope, or believe, that one day I can do the same.
I believe that after finishing my education, and when I receive my first class of wobbling four year olds, I will be a good role model. I will extend on what the children are learning at home, and teach them values, morals, respect, and ABC’s. I believe I will offer a safe haven for children who need it. I believe I will always be an advocate for children, putting their safety, concerns, and needs before mine.
Above of, I believe I can accomplish this. I have been in school for several years, and sometimes the idea of receiving my degree seems so out of reach. I started taking classes in 2007, many people would have already received a degree by now. It took me awhile, however, to figure out what I really wanted to do, what I was good at, what I enjoyed the most. I do not regret taking those accounting classes, for they taught me something anyway. I may regret taking the anatomy course, that was quite painful. Putting all that to the side, I know that late is better than never. By the time I receive my degree I will have life experience, maturation, and experience working with all sorts of different kinds of children.
If I had received my degree sooner, I may have not had the chance to meet and work with all the wonderful children I have as a nanny, and for that I am grateful. In the end, I truly believe that everything happens for a reason!
