Personal Statement: I Co-Teach Spanish

Students in resource rooms had greater access to the general education school environment through both their physical location and social opportunities. According to Jones and Hensley (2012), “students in resource rooms spent approximately 65% of their school day with typically developing peers in general education classes or activities” (p. 39). Conversely, self-contained students spent virtually their entire day isolated from the general student body at large (Jones & Hensley, 2012).

I became interested in missions when my family and I lived abroad in Laos, Singapore, and Costa Rica; we had adopted my youngest brother and were in the process of immigrating him back to the United States. I believe that I can use my majors, Spanish and music (piano pedagogy) in evangelism and in furthering Christ and His Kingdom.

As long as I can remember my accent has always played a role in my life. There have been moments of uncertainty, discouragement, annoyance, and lastly pride. Throughout each emotional stage I’ve learn acceptance and responsibility of what defines me as a women who happens to be Latina. In Tanya Barrientos “Se Habla Español” she defines what resonates within me “Without having to offer apologies or show remorse. If it will help, I will go first. Aqui estoy. Spanish-challenged and pura Latina (45). She beautifully states the acceptance that too many find difficulty fitting in. Especially in a world that will defined you not only by your looks but as well as the way you speak.

Teachers have the power to change the world and to make a difference in the student's life. Teacher is a facilitator of knowledge, motivator, advisor and a positive person that can improve the student's education. I decided to pursue the career of education because I have the desire to help others. I also have the ambition to provide encouragement and support to the people that need it. Becoming a teacher means more than sharing my knowledge to the students. It is a commitment with society to shape the performance and learning of future generations.

For the past six years, I have had the privilege of sharing my first language, Spanish, and Spanish culture as a teacher at a small private elementary school in a small rural town where diversity is almost non-existent. It has been a pleasure to open up a window to the outside world in the classrooms of this school where the students and I get to explore Spanish culture and language without having to leave town. My experience sharing my culture as well as my bilingual skills, however, extends beyond the elementary school classroom. Prior to teaching Spanish at the elementary school level, I worked as a Spanish-English translator and interpreter at various companies, and I also taught Spanish to adults.

I am Jonelsy Gonzalez and I am a senior at Eastside High School. In school, I’ve played an active role throughout my four years. Starting from freshman year I have been in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps which shows students how to become well-rounded individuals. From my freshman year, I have been moving up through the ranks by showing my abilities as a leader and also through academics. Through my hard work and dedication, I was given the honor to be my battalion's Executive Officer my senior year. My job is to ensure that the battalion runs smoothly by supervising my staff. My staff handles things such as operations, security, and equipment. Also, my job is to ensure a connection between our Senior Army Instructor and our cadets. Without motivating myself, I wouldn’t have started my battalion’s service learning project and also be an example of how a better citizen should be. I also am a member of the National Honor Society since my junior year which promotes academics and giving back to the community. Since the beginning of my senior year, I have been the Vice President of the Spanish Honor Society. The Spanish Honor Society promotes

Hi I’m Diego Rodriguez I’m in the ninth grade and I intend Energy institute high school. I was born in Houston Texas and I’m Mexican. When I’m in school I study hard but I struggle through school because I make mediocre grades. But in my free time I play sports and hang out with my friends. I can be sociable person and someone you can have fun with and talk to.

My name is Mercedes Gutierrez, I was born in a foreign country and came to the United States when I was nine years old. Since I was little I loved the healthcare field and my childhood dream was to become a doctor. My mother was a nurse back in my country of origin and my father was a Dermatologist. After I finished high school I went right on to pursue my dreams. I took some general pre-requisites and made it into nursing school. Initially I wanted to be a doctor, however looking at tuition expenses and many other factors I decided that nursing was more appropriate for me. Today, I am glad I made that decision. I finished as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the age of twenty and from there I completed my associate’s degree in nursing and became a Registered Nurse at the age of twenty- four.

As a first generation Chicana scholar, I have to say that receiving my bachelors degree from UCSD, has been my most meaningful accomplishment within the past 4-5 years. First of all, growing up I never imagined that I would have the opportunity to attend a four year university. I was unaware that a young girl from East Los Angeles, could have been given the resources to pursue higher education. Nonetheless, in high school I found the unconditional support of friends, family, and mentors that I had been needing all along. I was able to achieve academic excellence and attend my dream school, UCSD. Once in college, I was challenged socially, psychologically and academically. It was the first time I was away from my family and community. I felt

The teacher observed on March 16th, 2016, was Mrs. Baker at Rockfield elementary school. The type of classroom that Mrs. Baker teaches is a resource room for firth grade students and one sixth grade student. Within the resource room, the teacher teaches a variety of children with disabilities. The types of disabilities are: Emotional Behavior Disorder(EBD), Learning Disability (LD, math), and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD).

Presently, Madison is in the 8th grade and she attends resource room daily for 40 minutes in a small group (5:1). Mrs. Crilley reported the change from the integrated class to resource room has helped Madison take on more responsibility. She has current concerns about Madison utilizing resource room effectively and not picking up notes in class. Also, Madison receives counseling services with a counselor for 30 minutes twice a month to address anxiety and self-confidence. Her testing accommodations include extended time and refocusing/redirection. Program modifications incorporate special seating arrangements, refocusing and redirection, check for

I am writing in reference to the Senior Instructional Designer position available at Point Park University. I became aware of the opening while reviewing the Point Park website. I am currently working as an instructional designer in higher education and believe my qualifications and experience would make me an excellent candidate for the Senior Instructional Designer position at Point Park. As an instructional designer for the last eight and half years, I have gained valuable experience designing instruction for extremely diverse populations. I have developed academic programs in a variety of disciplines and credential levels and also conducted research to support program review, revision, development and implementation. My project management,

When I was in eighth grade and my class was choosing our schedules for our first year of high school, I was told that for the diploma I wanted, I would have to take a foreign language. I chose Spanish, because I thought it would be easy. Little did I know that that decision would change my life forever.

A personal mission statement is a philosophy or creed that one plans to follow in daily life. It is usually designed with positivity, purpose, and with personal goals for every aspect of life such as career, finances, etc. It also focuses on personality traits that one would like to possess and the accomplishments that one wants to achieve, both short-term and long term. It also houses the individuality of the person writing it. Every person writing a personal mission statement is will produce a different statement. This is primarily because people value different things, characteristics and have different goals. The purpose of this paper is to explore my mission statement (Covey, 2013, pp.113).

I have a wide range of skills and knowledge that I have acquired throughout my personal and professional life. I can communicate with different types of people regardless of age, race or class. I have accessed a huge range of courses that have enabled me to develop interpersonal skills including negotiation and dealing with different types of people and personalities. I also have the knowledge, drive and enthusiasm to work alone when required as I am self-motivated and can meet targets and deadlines. I believe that challenges are best met positively by developing and improving knowledge and skills and through professional reflective dialogue that leads to change. I am very hard-working and reliable. I work well under pressure achieving a high standard of work. I have practical and organisational skills and I can find solutions to problems and face challenges confidently.