Thread: Decisions....Decisions...Decisions

Never pick your subject because of what spot needs more teachers. If you do, than you're bound to hate what you teach. Only teach what you know and love. I guess that's really all the advice I can give you right now without knowing the reasons why you want to become a teacher.

hey thanks for your reply. The reason why I chose science is because it was the subject I liked the most in high school and did well in. I find it interesting.

As far as my reasons to become a teacher is because i'm not sure what I really love. I think I can be good at it and get through to kids/students, but as far as really enjoying it is something I wouldn't know unless I was actually doing it.

thanks

Originally Posted by Cerulean

Never pick your subject because of what spot needs more teachers. If you do, than you're bound to hate what you teach. Only teach what you know and love. I guess that's really all the advice I can give you right now without knowing the reasons why you want to become a teacher.

That's great advice; I agree completely. In addition, I would like to say that teaching everyday guarantees consistent change; everyday is different. That's one small aspect of why I have chosen a teaching profession. I get bored very easily and teaching offers me the opportunity to pursue a dynamic career.

Thanks for the reply......I probably feel the same way that I would get bored easily. I would think that its actually a lot of repetition and you would get bored, but you make it seem as though it is quite the opposite. I need variety and change.......I think that is important.

I'm assuming you're talking about the repetition of each class; regurgetating the same lesson multiple times a day? The best aspect of teaching, so far that I have disovered are the countless opinions of my students.

Sure, the lesson may be the same for each American Lit. class, for example, but the discussion will be different because you have however many student's voices participating. You'll be blown away, I gurantee that! If you're looking for variety, teaching comes highly recommended.

Have you considered doing it part time? Teacher's salary are not as high as those in marketing? I would advice test the water's depth with one feet rather than jumping in with both and finding it too deep.

I agree with PhilMorris... if you aren't working right now, you could try substituting in your local district. while it is a very different experience from being in your own classroom, it might help you decide if you want to teach.

i'd also suggest that you inquire at any nearby universities with teacher education programs. most schools have a special program for people switching careers; you should speak with someone there and see if they can help you figure this out.

and talk to your sister, find out why she chose teaching and education. if she's still taking courses, perhaps you could sit in on one of them?