I entered a contest for a free computer today. I filled out all the standard information and then was surprised when the form asked me to write an essay on why I teach. I was taken aback and really had to think. I wrote the essay and then copied it to Word before I sent it because I wanted to keep the thoughts and words that went into essay. I probably won't win the computer, but I have already won with the essay. It turned into a poem- It is crazy where the inspiration to write comes from. So what inspires you? I have included the poem- tell me what you think.
I teach not because of the money I earn or because I "get the summers off"
but because I can make a difference in the lives of students.
I teach because I can be the one person a student feels safe in coming to
with problems, concerns, help and advice.
I teach because it is a respected profession
with great people to work with in it.
I teach to see the lights come on in kids' minds
and to see the learning and intelligence that I always knew was there.
I teach to see the kids who thought they could not do anything
do wondrous things with a little push and a lot of help.
I teach because in May when the seniors prepare for graduation,
I am inundated with announcements and pictures
all having special notes of thanks for what I have done for them-
I touch lives.
I teach because my students love me and I love them.
I teach for the students-
They need me.
I teach because it is never boring and keeps me feeling young.
I teach because it frustrates and challenges me;
I am always learning.
I teach because I can
and because I want to.
I teach because I care.
