What does teaching mean to me?

I have been thinking about this for a long time and I want to pen it down so that it gives me clarity.

1. TO develop the next generation in terms of character
2. To impart knowledge to them so that they may put it to good use
3. To show them how big the world is
4. To create positive impact in the students' lives
5. I know that students will become better persons because of me and I will become a better person because of them
6. I bring knowledge, dedication and enthusiasm, which is contagious.
7. I am happy sharing knowledge and experiences with the students
8. I want to be there for them when they struggle through their adolescent years discovering and identifying their identity.
9. I want to build long-lasting relationships with them and motivate them along the way as they sail through life's toughest storms.