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As I near the completion of my double major in Business and Accounting, I am eager to pursue a Master's in TESOL. Having learned English as a second language during my childhood, I find immense personal fulfillment in helping others achieve their potential in English. I am passionate about TESOL because I can empathize with my students and their challenges, having once been in their position myself.

Being born in Pakistan and immigrating to the USA with my family at the age of ten opened up opportunities that were not available to me in Pakistan, for which I am thankful. My father sacrificed his career to drive a cab in America, ensuring that his son had a better chance at life. My mother, a teacher in Pakistan, along with my father, instilled in me a deep appreciation for learning from an early age. Arriving in the United States at ten without knowing any English, I was an ambitious child who loved to learn. Even my mother, a teacher, did not attend college in Pakistan, making me the first in my family to do so, fulfilling our family's American dream. My decision to become a TESOL professional is rooted in my experience on my first day at school in America, where my ESL teacher helped me pronounce "My name is" correctly. Within weeks, I was confidently speaking in full sentences in front of the class, thanks to her encouragement. This teacher is the most fundamental of many inspirations I have had, and I hope to carry her warmth and enthusiasm with me as an ESL teacher for many years to come.

My career in ESL began during my sophomore year in college when I taught my younger cousins who had recently arrived from Pakistan. This was my first full immersion teaching experience over the summer, and they were prepared for school by September. I would fall asleep dreaming up new learning activities, using action games like Simon says, word games, and flashcard drills, following the LSRW method. That summer, I was reminded of my own experience learning English at their age, making me acutely aware of how much their future depended on my efforts as a teacher, driving me to excel. That same year, a friend asked if I would be interested in tutoring children in an after-school program, which I eagerly accepted. I especially enjoyed the diversity in this classroom, helping students aged 4-10 with their homework. My students faced challenges in reading, writing, math, and science, making the role demanding, but I persevered. This initial classroom experience helped me appreciate each child's uniqueness, their learning challenges, and strengths. I addressed these by developing interactive activities and working closely with them one-on-one.

For the past year and a half, I have been volunteering at another after-school ESL program for children aged 7-12, preparing lessons and providing one-on-one tutoring in pronunciation and listening exercises. I often share my own childhood experiences of struggling with English with my students, which helps build rapport and gives them the confidence not to feel embarrassed by mistakes. I cherish the smiles on their faces when they successfully write or speak a full sentence.

After completing my Master's in TESOL at XXXX University, I plan to travel and teach, explore the world, and eventually return to Pakistan to contribute to the advancement of ESL instruction in my homeland, which requires significant support in language education.

Thank you for considering my application to XXXX University. 

Passionate Masters in TESOL Personal Statement from Pakistan