I want to teach high school biology. I've always had a desire to be a teacher, but I wasn't sure what I wanted to to teach.
I decided on Biology my first semster here at Northwest when I took a biology class from Professor Randolph to fulfill my general science requirements. It was here that it finally clicked how intricately beautiful life and the world that surrounds us are. I decided to pursue more science classes and realized that I am without a doubt in the right field of study.
I hope to instill an interest in science in my students. However, beyond that, I want my students to understand the importance of education and develop a desire to learn, no matter what the subject.
Besides teaching, I also want to coach. I run track and cross country here at Northwest, and I played volleyball and basketball in high school. I would love to coach any combination of these.
This semester I hope to become more comfortable with technology so that I can apply it in my classroom. In this way, I hope to make better connections with my students so that they are interested in what we are doing and become more involved in class.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
Shayna!
ReplyDeleteYou are going to be an amazing science teacher and I am so excited to see how your passion for learning is instilled in your students. I am honored to have shared in the class where you decided to be a teacher- professor Randolph certainly was a hoot :). I am confident that you will succeed in this class, you are a great learner and your work super hard. Keep it up. love ya!
Thanks for sharing your story. It is great to hear how you decided to be a Biology teacher during Dr. Randolph's class here at NU (hope you have told him that!). You will have a great impact on your students in and out of the classroom as you inspire and encourage them to be lifelong learners.
ReplyDeleteShayna, I think it is so special that your interest in biology is sparked by your realization of how beautiful the earth is. I have honestly never viewed a science class like that, but now that I do, it makes me have more respect for learning about our planet! You are going to be a great teacher! I wish you could have been my high school biology teacher!!! :)
ReplyDelete