Mme. Homeniuk
French Immersion Teacher – Grade 5/6
I chose to interview Natasha because she works with my mom at her school. Ever since I was little, I have always wanted to become a teacher when I grew up. I love working with children and think that teaching would be the best choice for me. I would like to work at the elementary level and even become a French immersion teacher.
I have learned from this interview that this is a job that requires a lot of responsibility and patience, but is a beautiful career because you get to make connections with your students and are able watch your students grow and become amazing people in the future.
- I am passionate about being a teacher because I love being a part of child’s growth and success. I love learning myself, and being a teacher is all about learning new things all of the time.
2.It takes a lot of schooling and post secondary education to become a teacher. I spent time being a TOC before I landed a full time position and the first few years of being a teacher is not easy. There is a lot time spent planning, prepping, assessing, conferencing, organizing, collaborating and providing feedback. Some years are harder than others.
- For someone who is interested in becoming a teacher I would tell them that they are choosing a profession that doesn’t allow for you to clock out when the workday is done. Be prepared to work very hard! However, it’s also the most rewarding profession to be in. You get to work with other awesome teachers and the best part is making connections with your students. There is nothing better than seeing your students grow and learn.
- Yes I would be open to further contact.
(own question) What is your favourite part of the job? I have a few favourite parts. I love working with other teachers. The teachers at my school are great and we collaborate a lot on ideas. I love it when my ex students come back to see me! There’s no better feeling when they come for a visit and to say they enjoyed my class. And obviously my favourite part of the job is having a close connection with my students.
(own question) How many years does it take to become a teacher?
I did the PDP program at SFU after I got my degree. I also went back to university to get my 2 year 5+15 graduate diploma. Some people go to UBC to do their teacher training, others have gone to UVIC.
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