Hi! I’m not American, so please forgive me for any English mistakes. Anyway, I am a psychology student and I’ve previously thought about a career in teaching. My mom is a teacher and thinks this is a bad idea (she’s tired of it) but I taught adults in different situations (mostly volunteer work) and enjoyed it. I am worried about teenagers, though. Uneducated adults WANT to learn, and that’s what made the job great for me. Would you recommend a career as a teacher to someone like myself? Thanks!

Teaching is a fantastic career, but it’s not for everyone.  I do not know you whatsoever, so I cannot tell you if it is right for you.  If you enjoy it, then go for it.  I taught high school to adults for two years and loved it.  I had a mix of students who did want to learn and those who were just there to receive a welfare cheque, but it was very rewarding no matter what.  You need to reflect on what you want to do, research how you would get there in your area, what job opportunities are available when you graduate, etc. Good luck!

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