Narrative Analysis

My Narravite

Finding My Voice 

Ever since I was a little girl, the idea of being a teacher never crossed my mind. The idea of being in front of a group of students or people, guiding them and helping them discover the world, filled me with panic and nerves. However, as I grew older and became more interested in language and teaching, my reality changed.

My first day as an English teacher was a whirlwind of emotions. I entered the classroom with a mixture of excitement and nervousness, ready to face any challenge that came my way. However, I soon realized that teaching is an art that requires patience, adaptability, and a constant willingness to learn, and I had a long, long way to go.

One of the biggest challenges I faced was managing my tone of voice, discipline management and my anxiety. Often, my tone would fluctuate without realizing it, and my lack of experience in managing student behavior made classes noisy and disorganized. I felt that my voice did not have the impact I wanted and that students did not take me seriously, which filled me with a lot of frustration, and I felt that this could not be my thing.

Despite my determination to improve, I encountered several difficulties that complicated my progress. Due to scheduling problems, classes were frequently cancelled, which prevented me from consistently applying the classroom management strategies I was learning. In addition, my tutor, who should have been supportive, often interrupted my classes and treated students severely. Her constant interruptions and demotivating attitude made me feel insecure and discouraged.

These obstacles led me to reflect on my role as a teacher and to look for new ways to deal with the difficulties. I began to focus on small accomplishments and individual connection with students, trying to motivate them and create a positive environment despite the interruptions and lack of continuity in the classes.

There were times when I doubted my abilities and felt overwhelmed by the situation. However, every little breakthrough, every smile from a student, and every moment in which we achieved meaningful learning, reminded me of why I had chosen this profession.

One of the most rewarding experiences was when a student, who always had a hard time concentrating, said to me, "Teacher, thank you for listening to me and helping me." That simple but meaningful comment gave me the strength to keep going and look for ways to improve, even in a challenging environment.

My journey as a teacher has been a road full of ups and downs, moments of doubt and small victories. I learned that being a good teacher involves not only content knowledge, but also the ability to adapt to circumstances, to find ways to connect with students, even when conditions are less than ideal.

Although the experience was not what I had imagined, it has taught me valuable lessons about teaching and about myself. I have learned to be more flexible, to stay calm in difficult situations, and to appreciate every small success in the classroom.