“I don't want to go to school today! » “I hate my teacher and she hates us!” “She’s boring and we don’t even learn anything!” “Ugh, why do I even have to go?” At one point or another in our lives, we have all been in this situation. Whether it was watching a friend or sibling throw a tantrum, or if it was yourself, we've heard the excuses above many times. Ironically, these are not always excuses used to hope to enjoy a day off from school, because unfortunately, these “annoying” and “hateful” teachers exist. But what makes teachers do this and treat their students in a way that makes them feel undervalued or like they are a nuisance? Many teachers go to work every day to do just that: work. They feel no sense of duty to themselves, to what they teach, or even to their students, which leads them to teach every day, just to earn a salary. And no one wants to be that teacher. Instead, there are those other teachers, the ones who seem happy to be at work, form personal connections with each of their students, and whose general presence makes everyone around them cheerful and eager to learn . By exploring my own reasons for wanting to become an educator, examining the roles of different parts of the school, and outlining my personal teaching philosophy for use in my own classroom, I can ensure that I will become the best breed of teachers, not the race that causes students to lose their love and passion for learning. Growing up, I always knew I was going to become a teacher. I never doubted that this was what I wanted to be when I grew up. Once I started school, I really fell in love with learning. I wanted to know all the details of everything there was to know. I...... middle of paper ......o that. As I continue my journey to become an educator, I feel I will find a balance between different philosophies that not only works for me, but will also allow my students to thrive. After looking at various philosophies of education, the different roles of each individual in the educational process, and thinking deeply about my personal reasons for wanting to become an educator, I saw the type of teacher I hope to become a day. Through hard work, careful planning, and time, I know that I can become an educator who not only meets the standards expected of him by others, but who can also live up to my own personal expectations. As I continue my journey to become an educator, I will continue to grow and learn more information that will help me once I have my own classroom, and I will become the best breed of teacher who electrifies and inspires..