Why am I here?

 I'm here at UVU because I wanted to be away for my college experience, but still be close to home. I feel the reason I'm doing elementary education is because of my love of children and desire to help them. Ever since I can remember, I have had a connection with children and feel they start to trust me immediately. With service being one of my passions, I have seen children who don't have the opportunity to go to school to learn. I've seen how this affects them socially and environmentally. This has sparked something inside of me to help children love to learn and reach their potential. I believe we have the opportunity to become anything we can imagine.

What motivates me?

I am motivated by focusing on others and helping people feel loved, by seeing single mothers with children getting degrees, and by wanting children from all walks of the earth to succeed in learning to help themselves and their families. Love and the excitement that children have are the things that motivate me.

Why do I succeed?

I succeed because I'm constantly pushing myself and won't stop. I have a hard work ethic and like the feeling of completing something difficult. My upbringing and the values I've been taught also play a role. Serving others and not expecting something in return makes me feel I've done some good.

Why do I fail?

I fail through fear, vulnerability, lack of self-esteem, and not thinking I'm qualified enough.

How do I need to change my motivations and mindset for this class in order to become a great teacher?

I feel I need to be able to trust my instincts and know that I can eventually become a great teacher. I also need to remember that after putting in hard work and personality it will be worth every minute.