Motivation

1. Why are you here? I have always wanted to be an elementary teacher. It has taken me a long time to get here, because of work and other events. I have been influenced by great examples and elementary teachers in my family.

2. What motivates you? My family motivates me. I have great support. I find elementary teaching very rewarding. I think it is the most rewarding job out there. It is great to know that you can influence and help so many students, if you are a good teacher, and again, I have seen great examples.

3. Why do you succeed? Why would you not want to succeed? It is amazing to succeed. It is a great feeling to know that you have worked very hard and been able to accomplish your goals and dreams.

4. Why do you fail? Laziness, procrastination, etc. The only thing that can make you fail is if you don't try your hardest and don't put your heart into what you are doing.

5. How do you need to change your perspective and/or motivations in order to succeed in the elementary education program and become a great teacher? I need to believe that I can accomplish anything. That I can do this, and do a good job, and that the rewards are great. I am so excited to be a teacher and I need to keep my focus on that. What I am learning now will make me a great teacher!