Being a future teacher is such an important role to take, this includes more than reading and writing. As a future teacher, I know each child is special and has different abilities and needs. I plan to have my classroom as a place that is welcoming each learner to be themselves and to come as they are knowing there will be no judgment. I am a big believer in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. This states that each learner needs to have their basic needs met such as sleep and food, knowing they are safe, feeling of belonging, and self-respect before they can problem-solve and be creative. (Mcleod, S., 2020). Many aspects of our lives can affect our ability to learn to the fullest extent. With this knowledge, I will prepare my classroom to meet each learner’s needs whatever those may be. 

      My classroom will be full of inclusiveness. Each child is unique, and I believe that those differences should be celebrated, so we can learn so much from each other. Everyone deserves a place to be themselves, and I plan to have that place be my classroom. I will incorporate VARK’s theory of different learning styles. I will be sure to create visual, auditory, reading and writing, and kinesthetic opportunities to ensure each learner will be able to learn at the highest level (Cherry, K. 2020). Every day I will show up for each student with a smile on my face and a welcoming environment. 

     As a future teacher, I recognize that several things can change in the education field. I will continue to grow in my knowledge by taking classes and growing to be the best teacher that I can be. This correlates with Carol Dweck’s theory of growth mindset. (Dweck’s Fixed and Growth Mindsets: Overcoming Obstacles and Recognizing Effort, n.d.). As a future teacher, I believe it’s my responsibility to stay up to date with the growing field of education. 

  At the end of the day, I realize that teachers have a big impact on a child's life and love for learning. I want each student that walks into my classroom to feel welcomed, safe, and loved. By the end of my time with them, I want them to leave knowing how much potential they have. I hope my students leave my class and continue to be great learners and know that Mrs. Johnson is one of their biggest cheerleaders.