Initial Teacher Personal Statement Essay

Personal Statement for Application to Initial Teacher Education Course

Applicant Details Name: Allison Kricker

I am applying to this course, the Bachelor of education (Secondary), for numerous reasons. Personally, being a teacher means bestowing upon students knowledge and support to help them grow – there is more than simply following a curriculum. The difference between a good teacher and a great teacher, I believe, are their life experiences which makes them wiser. Whilst I am merely a student myself, I have received, from some of my own amazing teachers and mentors, encouragement, support and inspiration. My teachers have helped me grow into a young woman, given me new values, passions and unforgettable experiences, and have showed me what it means to be an individual (and, of course, taught information from the subjects I have taken). I, in turn, want to share with students the valuable direction my teachers

I have excelled in all my subjects, particularly that of Japanese, art and film, as a result. In 2016, I was part of a school Japanese tour trip. For two weeks, I and many colleagues explored Japan. For this trip to be successful, all of us students needed to be vigilant in communication and very organised to progress the trip safely and steadily. My participation in the Japan trip also demonstrates my willingness to learn about Japan’s culture – I even home stayed with a Japanese family! I have been conscientious and very organised throughout High School in regard to my assessment and any extra tasks. For instance, I have always handed in assignments in on time and to the best of my ability. Film & TV is also an extremely demanding subject that requires great communication, resilience and organisational skills as you are creating films through your own initiative outside of