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Hello! My name is Paige Wilson, and I am an English and Secondary Education major at Grove City College. This portfolio is a documentation of my journey from student to educator.
I first discovered my love of teaching as an aide in a Montessori classroom, where the student autonomy was emphasized, and the atmosphere was that of mutual respect. Later, I became a martial arts instructor within the World Tang Soo Do Association and assisted in teaching at the studio where I was training. I was fascinated by how well students responded to high expectations, by working hard and listening carefully. They knew that they were individually accountable for their behavior, and that they could count on their instructors to help them in areas where they struggled. My own education at PA Cyber taught me the value of instruction focused on individual needs and the difference that customized environments and schedules can make. Over time, I came to realize that I am called to the teaching profession. My time at Grove City College has only increased my conviction that I want to be a teacher of impact. Though right now I am a preservice teacher, I am striving to someday become an educator of excellence. |