The Benefits and Challenges of TeachingThe desire to influence young children is considered the number one reason students enter the field of education (Kauchak & Eggen, 2014, p.5). As an educator, there are numerous rewards that come with the profession, along with challenges that can impact education. A positive environment, personal development, and being a role model are rewarding aspects of the teaching profession that make the diversity and complexities of teaching not only manageable, but a more rewarding experience. One reward that the teaching profession generates is a positive and energetic environment. Tackling a multitude of problems and juggling a variety of tasks in a small increment of time may seem tedious, but the fast-paced environment deters stagnant, monotonous employment. Intangible rewards, such as the variety of personalities within the classroom along with memorable things students say and do, promote a positive and lively atmosphere in many classrooms. Developing yourself personally while contributing to society is another reward that comes from being a professional educator. . Being a teacher not only influences students, but “…provides daily opportunities for personal and intellectual growth” (Kauchak & Eggen, 2014, p.7). With experience, an educator adapts to the environment, acquires useful teaching skills, and implements knowledge so that future generations can retain and apply it. Teaching is a learning experience that not only contributes to society, but also reaps emotional and intellectual rewards that increase teacher effectiveness and personal development. Finally, and most importantly, society perceives educators as playing a positive role. ...we are able to learn and benefit from each other (Kauchak & Eggen, 2014, p.435). As a team, educators impact society and reap immense emotional rewards from every role associated with the profession. Experience and collaboration are essential to teaching, and by persevering, every educator can benefit from every role the profession requires. All in all, the benefits of being an educator far outweigh the challenges. And, when a challenge presents itself to education, an effective educator can still profit by adapting and learning from experience. Being an educator is a learning experience that contributes to individual development and, above all, has a lasting impact on society and the lives of young children. Being an advocate for future generations and leaving a lasting mark is the greatest reward that triumphs over any challenge an educator faces.