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Originally Posted by geekchic9  Ok, so I've discovered my purpose -- what next?
As I wrote in this thread,
In the fall, I'm going to start classes so I can start working on alternative teaching certification in high school English. I would like to tutor and teach. I think I would eventually like to become a professor. Due to my financial situation, it's going to take a roundabout path to make it there.
My question is, how can I be sure if teaching English literature is the best medium for teaching others to love learning? English is what I majored in at college, and I have great skills in using language. However, I'm just not sure if English is the best way to do this, but I'm drawing a blank about what else to do. What medium or subject is best to express my love of learning? If it is English, then how can I use English to inspire people to learn at just about any subject they love? |
As a teacher, you can be inspirational in so many ways that you may not even realize have nothing to do with English. You can help students gain respect for themselves and respect for others, act as a role model, help students develop their self-esteem, you can guide students to find what they are really passionate about, you can teach reflection skills and help them to increase their self-awareness...and so much more!
Also, you are in a great position using English as your medium, because language is used in so many aspects of our lives.
I think you should stop worrying about what you will do so much and just rise to the occasion when you get there. You will have a huge impact on the lives of many people even without any blueprints for it ahead of time.
You will also get a lot of ideas as you go through school and work with other future teachers, with your professors, and in internships. Congrats on finding something you feel is your purpose. Good luck!