Why I Want To Become An Elementary School Teacher

Since the tender age of 6, I've always known that I wanted to be a teacher. I can recall playing school either with my friends, or talking to my imaginary students all by myself. My name was always Mrs. Pollack, the same as my first grade teacher. I would write lessons on the blackboard, grade imaginary tests, take my class on nature walks around the schoolyard (my backyard), and other things related to school. This was my absolute favorite game to play. I've always wanted to make the game a reality.

For many years, I've always had such a love for children. My mother used to run a family day care in our home, and I have two younger brothers, so I have b...