Why Teaching?

Growing up, I’ve always had the desire to become someone who makes an impact in the world someday. I’ve always liked the idea of becoming an educator, but never would I have thought that I would make it as a career choice someday, as my past experiences created a negative stereotype that shaped the way I see them.

As a child, the classroom was the place I hated the most. I have had several experiences where I was humiliated by teachers in front of the class for many different reasons. I was a slow kid- someone who cannot seem to memorize words and complete assignments at the same pace as the others did. I hated the idea of school as I felt small and inferior to everyone, from my teachers to my peers. I was someone that was easily taken advantage of, as I was told by my 4th grade homeroom teacher that I can never become a leader. I lacked the attitude and the consistency. “But at least you can talk,” she said.

I was quite confident whenever I was asked to speak publicly. Whether it may be for some show and tell or to represent the class in certain occasions, I felt that there was at least something desirable about me.

It’s funny how sometimes, it only takes one person to change your entire view on something and turn your world upside down

Her name was Mrs. Iris Quinones-Valera. She was my 6th grade teacher. She was the one who encouraged me to sign up for Declamation contests at our school. These contests are a form of story telling or a speech with feelings. She told me that she saw a lot of potential in me and that she wants to make sure I succeed in what I do. At one point, I actually disliked her because I felt that she was challenging me too much. I didn’t see my worth nor did I think I would amount to anything. But she saw who I was and who I can become. She pushed me to my limits because she believed in me.

Fast forward to 10 years later, I am now studying at Capilano University in beautiful Vancouver, BC- thousands of miles away from my her and my elementary school. I am pursuing education as a career, and will be getting my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education in Spring 2019. Through the years, I have volunteered to be a Sunday school teacher for young kids, a youth leader for ages 12 above, got involved in becoming a part of the committee in summer camps, and am currently employed at Capilano University as an ePortfolio Ambassador and Peer Mentor.

Mrs. Iris changed my life completely through her encouragements and involvement in my life. It is because of her that I have made it my aim to be that same listening ear and encouraging heart to those who are still discovering themselves.

So, if you happen to see me at some point, go ahead and ask me this: “why teaching?”. Proudly and confidently, I would say “it’s simply because I want to change the world- one view, one perspective, one child at a time“.

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Faith Dawa

Early Childhood Educator

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