Narrative
Arriving in Canada as a newcomer, I was at the beginning of a new journey that molded my understanding of myself, education, and working with others. Among the many challenges and opportunities that I came across, one experience stood out the most which was an opportunity to teach children aged six to eight. Through this experience, I gained valuable insights into myself, the nature of learning, and the significance of education in shaping lives.
Being a teacher was a huge learning opportunity for me, especially as a newcomer. Teaching allowed me to navigate the difficulties of a new country while at the same time. contributing to the progress and development of the students. Through lesson planning, coping with diverse learning styles, and incorporating creativity; I discovered that education is not one
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I was able to hone my ability to empathize, adapt, and connect with the students. This experience taught me the importance of providing a supportive and inclusive environment where each child feels valued and understood.
I was blessed with having supportive colleagues that acted as mentors which played a crucial role in my own learning journey. Their guidance, patience, and confidence in my abilities helped me bypass the challenges of being a new to Canada and teaching. They pushed me to reflect on my teaching practices, provided constructive feedback, and helped me to constantly try to do better. This experience highlighted for me the impact that supportive mentors can have on an individual's growth and development.
Teaching those young children showed me the importance of reinforcing empathy, compassion, and academic knowledge. This experience taught me that education is more than just promoting academic subjects, it should equip the children with the right tools to help them become capable of making positive contributions to