Comp: Why I Would Like to Become a Teacher

Why I Would Like to Become a Teacher

Wearing nice clothes and standing on a platform in front of a classroom, a teacher is something to behold, but more than what meets the eye, sharing knowledge and motivating students to reach their fullest potential makes teaching the Pierian Spring I choose to drink deeply from. Teaching is a difficult profession to master, but for the sake of my students, it is the most important one could ever have.
Beyond imparting knowledge to youth, satisfying their quest for self-knowledge and guiding them through the pitfalls of life is teachers’ responsibility. Elders may tell us our generation has a better living standard than theirs, but ours also has more pressure and more temptation to lead us astray; it can hinder us making it difficult to contribute to society. Some students may not reach their goals because of family problems and personal issues. As a teacher, it will be just as important to listen to students, see them through rough times, and help them find some happiness in their lives. Guidance is as important as knowledge. As a teacher, I will be there for my students when they are in need.
In our confusing world of misinformation and vested interest, there are no standardized solutions for questions a student will have. As a teacher, one task will be to teach students how to think independently, to choose the best resolutions for the problems mankind has created. For instance, it may seem obvious that, for economic growth, nuclear power is essential, but a student must learn to dive deeply into knowledge to understand underlying complications; can a nuclear power plant be safe in the event of natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis? As a teacher, I must be a role model of bravery, leading students to find the best answer at the most compelling crossroads.
To point to paths that have not been traversed before, to introduce books that will ramp up knowledge and insight, and to be fearless in trying new approaches; this a teacher must do. Encourage and embolden students at all times. My hope is that, as a teacher, I will earn trust from my students who overcome their frustrations and fear not the dark. I know that I will have made a difference in students’ lives when they can find fun and joy to light the way in life for themselves and the world.