GETTING INTO THE PROGRAM
What major do you declare to become a teacher?
Early Childhood Education
Do most future teachers have a favorite age?
yes
Do most teachers like helping kids?
yes, If not, we’ve got bigger problems.
Is teaching an easy job?
No — it comes with emotional damage and burnout… but also hugs, growth, and changing lives, so it evens out.
what is the most common reason people become teachers?
To help kids and change lives for the better.
How many credits do you need before applying to the program?
24 credits
Can that favorite age group change?
Can good teachers inspire students to teach?
Yes, positive teachers often inspire students by making school feel safe, motivating, and meaningful.
Do teachers plan lessons?
yes, teachers are constantly planning, changing lessons, and adjusting based on their students’ needs.
What is a teacher’s most powerful classroom weapon?
there voice
classroom managment
Do you need a background check to apply?
Yes
What usually makes it change?
getting more experiences
Can bad school experiences inspire someone to teach?
Yes, some people teach because they don’t want any student to feel the way they once did.
Do teachers change plans during class?
Yes. teachers recognize when a lesson isn’t working and adapt in real time to meet students’ needs.
What supply do teachers go through faster than their patience?
coffee, paper, markers
What is the last big semester called?
Student Teaching
Do teachers work with real students during field experience?
yes, they need real life experience
Do most teachers want to make a difference?
well of course, nobody wants to struggle for fun
Do teachers take on many roles besides teaching?
Yes, teachers often act as mentors, counselors, caregivers, and support systems in addition to teaching.
What is one thing that can instantly change a teacher’s lesson plan?
fire drills
students behavior
What GPA do you need to apply to the program?
2.750 GPA
Can teachers end up liking a totally different age?
yes, Because the more experience you get the more you realize what you actually want to do. Also, kids are wild.
Do teachers teach for money or passion?
Passion… because if it were for money, we’d all be in different majors.
Name one role a teacher might take on during the school day besides teaching.
Emotional support for students
What is one thing teachers secretly celebrate?
Early dismissal, snow days, movie days