Alyssa Oman
Professional Portfolio
Professional Portfolio
The Colorado Department of Education defines "Professional" using the following descriptors:
time & work management
career literacy
grit and resilience
work ethic; dependable and reliable
My Personal Definition of Professional: I think time management, literacy, resilience, and work ethic are all key components of professionalism, but I think passion needs to be included in that list. When you are passionate about your job, all the other skills fall into place. Truly caring about your career will motivate you to put every effort into your work. Passion helps you connect with your job and the people you work with so you can be a true professional.
I plan on attending a university in the Fall of 2023 and studying special education for elementary students. I would like to earn a four year bachelor's degree. I would love to go on to teach in an elementary school and help students with all different needs. The COS program has helped me realize that I'd like to take this further than just an internship and pursue teaching as a career.
Get to know what being a special ed teacher is like
Learn skills to apply while teaching
Be outgoing and confident in a workplace
Build relationships with both teachers and students
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
Listening
Self-Confidence
Responsibility
Networking
Problem Solving