Whenever I tell people I want to become a teacher I almost always get the same response “Really? Why??”

My elementary school teachers were the ones who really influenced me to want to become an elementary school teacher. They were the best teachers and I will never forget them. After seeing what a positive influence they had on me, I knew I wanted to be that positive influence on a child one day. That’s when I knew I wanted to become a teacher, thank you to all of my teachers in the past for inspiring me.

1. Having my own classroom to decorate and organize

The thought of having my own classroom is so exciting. I have so many ideas of what I can do and ways to stay organized. I want my class to be colorful and fun!

2. Seeing my students smile when they understand something

They get so happy when they finally understand a math problem after explaining it to them. Every minute of explaining and helping the student is all worth it when you see that smile.

3. Building relationships with my students

I’m looking forward to getting to know my classmates and getting to spend a school year with them. Children are so fun and they're at a great age and I'm excited to be with them every day.

4. Creating fun and exciting lesson plans

I’m ready to start creating centers, and fun activities that the students get to enjoy while learning.

5. Getting to be in an elementary school

Whenever I go back to my old elementary school I am so happy, I love just walking the halls and seeing all the students. It is definitely the perfect place for me!

6. Helping students learn and achieve their goals

I love helping children and making their learning experience better will be something I will love to do. I will make sure they are learning in the style that works best for them.

7. I want to be that cool and nice teacher the students want to have

I have had many of these teachers and I always looked forward to school because of them. I want my students to be excited to come to school and learn!

8. You get weekends and vacations off, which is a plus!

It’s nice to have that time to catch up on work, or even just to spend time with family and friends after a long week of school!

9. I want to be someone a student can go to in a time in need

I want children to come to me for help and support so I can guide them in the right direction. You don’t know who they have to go to at home or even at school, I want to be that person for them if they ever need anything.

10. I want to see my students progress as the year goes on

I’m excited to see all of the things they learn and how much they have grown over the year. It really will be the best feeling seeing how much they have accomplished.