Teaching Short Essay

I would like to pursue teaching as a career because I believe deeply in the transformative power of education to shape not only minds, but lives. My own journey has shown me just how influential teachers and mentors can be, especially during childhood and my time in highschool. I’ve experienced firsthand how a supportive adult can completely shift the course of a young person’s life, and that’s exactly the kind of impact I want to have as a teacher. Growing up, figure skating was a huge part of my life. I started skating when I was just two years old, and I continued well into my teen years. Over time, I also played soccer, volunteered with sports, and worked closely with younger athletes. Through these experiences, I learned how much I enjoy helping children grow and learn, whether it’s teaching them a new skill on the ice, helping them through a frustrating practice, or just being someone who listens when they need to talk to someone. The joy I see on a child’s face when they finally “get it” is something that sticks with me. It’s one of the best feelings in the world, and it’s one I want to feel every day throughout my career. But what truly draws me to teaching is not just the love of helping kids succeed, it's knowing that teachers often play a bigger role than just delivering a lesson everyday from the curriculum. Teachers are role models, mentors, and support systems for many children. Sometimes they are the one constant in a child’s life when things are difficult at home or in the world around them. I’ve had teachers who encouraged me when I felt like giving up, who challenged me to think bigger, and who made me feel seen and heard. I want to be that person for other children, just like previous teachers were for me. I want to pay it forward to the upcoming generations, and continue to embody a positive sense around teachers. What makes me especially passionate about helping children and youth is that I know how critical these years are in shaping who they become. It’s during this time that kids are figuring out their values, their goals, and their identities. They’re building selfesteem and developing a sense of belonging. I believe that every child deserves someone who sees their potential, and believes in them even when they can’t see it themselves. I want to help students discover their strengths, build confidence, and realize they are capable of more than they thought. My experiences volunteering at a soccer academy and figure skating club showed me the power of encouragement and structure. Even in an athletic environment, I found myself naturally gravitating toward the role of a teacher. I wasn’t just focused on performance, I was focused on how each child learned, what motivated them, and how I could support them beyond the task at hand. I saw how important it was to build trust, to be consistent, and to celebrate progress in all forms. Teaching also appeals to me because it is a profession that calls for lifelong learning. I love the idea of continuing to grow alongside my students, constantly adapting, improving, and finding new ways to connect and inspire the youth. I’m also deeply interested in inclusive education and mental health. I want to create a classroom that is safe, inclusive, and welcoming to all students, regardless of their background or learning style. I want to change what wasn’t there for me during my highschool years, I want students to be excited to come to school and learn. Every child deserves an environment where they feel valued, and I want to be a teacher who makes that possible. Ultimately, I want to go into teaching because I care deeply about the future generations, and even if I can have the smallest impact on that, it’s a reason to try. Children and youth are our future, and investing in them means investing in a better, more compassionate world. I want to empower the next generation to be kind, curious, resilient, and confident in themselves. Whether I’m teaching them how to solve a math problem, write a story, or navigate life’s ups and downs, I want to be a teacher who leaves a long lasting, positive impression on their life. I know teaching is not always easy, but it’s meaningful. It’s a career that challenges your heart and your mind. And for me, there’s no better purpose than helping young people grow into the best version of themselves.