Hi, my name is Tasfiah Rahman and I am currently a childhood education major hoping to switch to an early childhood education major. Growing up, I was constantly surrounded by kids as my mom was a babysitter. I found myself playing with these kids and often times even helping them with their homework. When I was in middle school, I got my first “job” as a tutor. I would spend a few hours of my day helping kids around my neighborhood with their homework. The summer after eighth grade, I began volunteering at the local mosque. I would teach pre-k and kindergarten students how to read and write Arabic. Three months later, I was hired as a teacher and would dedicate my weekends and summers to these kids. Through this job, I was able to recognize my passion for teaching and working with younger children. I am currently still working there, but now as a middle school science and social studies teacher. Growing up in an environment where I was constantly surrounded by kids helped to grow my passion of teaching and helping kids. By being in college, I’m hoping to gain more knowledge on how to deal with kids and effectively teach them. After earning my degree, I hope to go into the education system and definitely want to work as a teacher for pre-k and kindergarten students. Pre-k and kindergarten are some of the most important years of students’ lives as it builds a foundation for their education. I definitely want to be one of those teachers that you remember for the rest of your life because they had such a big impact on you. My goal is not to only be a teacher to young children but also a mentor.