ICT PGCE statement

In 2004 I graduated with a BSC honours degree in Multimedia and Internet technology from the University of Salford. Like many students I decided to keep my options open while gaining some work experience to improve my interpersonal and development skills. Teaching has been one of my career aspirations due to the challenge it brings and as a self-motivated, organised and energetic person I feel I can bring much to the teaching profession. My desire to teach has been developed through the philosophy that education is the key to success.

Since concluding my studies I have been working as a 999 operator for British Telecommunications PLC. Having worked in this fast paced working environment I have significantly improved my communication and listening skills and I have developed a confident tone of speech. I have done supervisory roles by liasing with the countries Emergency authorities, which show I can take responsibility and can manage a large group. At home I have kept up to date with the world of IT and have worked on numerous projects.

I am attracted to the teaching profession because I enjoy working with young people and get a thrill when my hard work pays off and I see the results. Experience is a crucial area to develop further ideas about teaching and gives an insight of life in the teaching profession. Currently, I am observing a teacher in ICT at Hamilton high school where I am spending one day a week observing and helping out in a secondary school. The methods are very hands on as many of the ICT classes are practical and the students have appreciated my contribution to the class.