Personal Narrative: My Interned At The Child Development Center

The rooms were inviting, and the students were engaged in learning. I quickly noticed that having a positive, and inviting classroom environment is of upmost importance for successful student learning. As the students walked through the second grade classroom they were greeted with a hug. When the students’ finished their morning work, the chimes signaled the students to line up, and transition to their first class of the day which is Science. This is where I was able to observe both Mrs. Stanford, and Mrs. Taylor

I think that is positive support for the children learning, and spread the positive environment or atmosphere around the classroom. The teachers successfully achieve the Ohio Standards for the Teaching Profession, which are (5. 5) that say, teachers maintain an environment that is conducive to learning for all students. Also, (5.3) that say, teachers motivate students to work productively and assume responsibility for their own learning. In addition, (1. 3) that says, teachers expect that all students will achieve to their full potential.

The room was a small room. It had a table on one side with 8 chairs stacked together. The middle of the room was empty with toy bins around the side and back wall. On the back wall there was a little kitchen set with a shopping cart. On the other side there was cubbies for the children, a door to go outside to the playground, a 4-door closet, and a counter that was used for changing diapers. The toys were building blocks, legos, books, cars, dolls, and items that went with the kitchen.

Little by little, children finish their meals and get ready for naptime. The children dump the remainder of their milk in the same sink where they wash their hands. Slowly children go lie down on their own. One of the TSS’s turns off the lights on that side of the room. Kayla puts on a rest time cd and goes to start cleaning up the kitchen. I ask what kind of music is playing but Kayla is not sure. Alyssa gets blankets for any children who need them. Kayla tells her the children only get their blanket if they are settled down. Seeing the children start to fall asleep I get ready to leave. Saying goodbye to Kayla and Alyssa, thanking them for their time.

In August of 2008, I went to Eureka Community Nursery School. The very first day of school for me, now it would be as easy as counting to three.

If I were to go into a career in the criminal justice field, I would look into the juvenile justice system. One opportunity to work in the juvenile justice system would be a resident youth worker. This job includes providing safety, security, custodial care, discipline, and guidance to kids who are being held in the facility. A resident youth worker also plays a critical role in the rehabilitation of youth and, therefore, can have a great impact on a juveniles success during and after their incarceration.

In the Young Children article. “Supporting Children’s Learning While Meeting State Standards: Strategies and Suggestions for Pre-K – Grade 3 Teachers in Public Schools Contexts”, it is mentioned that those who are involved in a child’s learning experience, other than the teachers, wanting to make sure the classroom is a learning environment and not just a place where children play. Teachers should provide told that show children learning within the centers around the classroom. The teacher can take photos of children performing activities and the learning standard that is being applied. When parents visit the classroom during

2006- Joining Focus children organization – This was the first nonprofit organization that I ever joined. It dealt with handicap kids in developing countries. I believe that I became sensitive to co-cultures that exist in our world. It made me realize how hard it is for others to try and live and adapt to the dominant culture.

They school playground it very big, and they had a lot of space and activities for them to play. I was only able to observe two play and peer interactions. They children were just too fast, and kept moving around, and I was unable to keep up with them or hear what they were saying or playing.

Beneficial and hellish is how I describe the transition into Jr. High school, my older sister Cindy was a year in ahead; I could not endure to stay behind. Demanding advancement, initiating testing with the principal and teachers, they agreed, transitioning into the eighth grade level will be beneficial, with an uncaring aptitude for education once I reached my goal. Established within is anger and arrogance, a perfect recipe to conjure up a harden personality. An arrogant bully with a stuck-up attitude is how others viewed the complexity of my presence, thoughts and assumptions were wrong, however, I was a bully, the kind who never bothered anyone unless they bothered me, resulting in war and I acknowledged it was not satisfying to give in

Taking into account that parents, guardians, families and the community have an abundance of knowledge to offer in regards to supporting their children’s education. Students, staff, families and the community will feel welcomed, nurtured, respected and encouraged to participate in school functions and assist in the development of our students.

In the process of me completing an internship at the Department of Human Services, (DHS) in the department of children and families, I was asked to supervise a home visit with the non-custodial parent which in this particular case (father). So in this case the visit always takes place at the local park within the community. The custodial parent (mother) drove by the park and seen that the child’s father brought along his present girlfriend’s daughter to accommodate him with his visit with his son. The mother got upset because the father brought along his girlfriend’s

I chose to to my work experience at the McKernan center. I chose to do this because I knew it would be easy to get to, and I already knew some people there. I now work at the McKernan Center. Unlike the other businesses I went and talked to, I was actually looking for a job from the McKernan. After the school accepted me I was no longer considered a liability and chef agreed to let me do my experience and just not be paid for those days. In those two days I worked eight hours and learned a lot. Not just where everything is and what they do as a business, but how to do things I haven't done before in the kitchen.

I have had a chance first hand this year to see Mrs. VanSoelen, Mrs Nevinger and Miss Boss in their classroom and I can not express how impressed I am with them as a team. The joy the children

In that class, the student learns about different teaching methods and how to care for children. As part of the curriculum, we volunteered at Long Elementary as teacher aides. Working with 4th grade students and observing an everyday class room was such an awe-inspiring experience. I had a completely new perspective about teachers. I have so much more respect as before. Teachers put so much time and effort into helping children for their benefits. I knew from the first day I helped with Ms. Williams’ 4th grade class, how much a teacher is a positive influence on children. There is an overwhelming feeling when you help a student with a problem and in return they give you the most heart-warming smile. The experience at Long Elementary helped me make my final decision on whether I wanted to teach elementary or secondary school. As much as I enjoyed helping elementary students, in my heart I knew secondary school was the path God had in store for me.