I am most worried about finding a job post-graduation- there are not a lot of job openings and finding full-time employment in art education is difficult. Although I am very nervous to begin student teaching, I think that I am prepared and ready to begin the next set of "training wheels". I do worry that I will get nervous and forget my words in front of the class, but I think that after a couple of times it will feel natural- and this is all about practice! I am also worried about getting along with my cooperating teachers- either with different personalities, teaching styles or control in the classroom. I plan to be very flexible, hard-working and accommodating so hopefully no conflicts will occur.
What was the pivotal event that made you decide to become a teacher and enter your teacher preparation program?
After I graduated from college I lived in Michigan and Chicago for a few years. I had a very unsatisfying job in Chicago and when my husband decided to return to school for law I saw my chance to return to school to do what I had always wanted to do but had been too afraid- become a teacher.
In what ways will your wardrobe change during student teaching and as a teaching professional?
Less jeans. But seriously, I have been collecting "teaching" clothes little by little over the past couple of years and feel good about my wardrobe selection. My teacher clothes are definitely more conservative than my regular clothes. I make sure to cover all my skin and to wear things that coordinate and look professional rather than trendy. Once concern I always have is the decolletage area- I tend to wear a lot of scarves to prevent any incidents.
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