What is your educational background and what positions have you held?
I started SRU in Fall 2013 and graduated in May 2017. I am currently attending SRU online graduate school for a Master’s Degree in Education through the Reading Specialist and Instructional Coaching Program with a Literacy Endorsement. I recently began my first teaching job at Benjamin Stoddert Middle School which is part of the Charles County Public School System in Maryland.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
My favorite and most rewarding part of the job is knowing that I am making a positive impact on students’ lives. I love that I am able to create this environment where students feel safe, eager to learn, and like they matter.
What advice would you give to current students who are enrolled in the teacher preparation program, and to SRU students generally?
I would advise students to take advantage of every opportunity! Try as hard as you can to never miss a workshop or conference. The knowledge you gain from attending is so much better than second-hand information from a friend or peer. The connections and friendships made by attending these events last far longer than you would expect. Don't be afraid to venture outside of your comfort zone.
Name an SRU experience or faculty that had a positive influence on you and explain why.
Making the choice to live in the Education LLC freshman year was the best choice I could have made. I met so many people who shared the same passion for education and teaching that I had. Not all of the people on my floor were my "best friends," but we have all stayed in touch throughout the rest of college and now in the real world. Even though we all live all over the place, we still keep tabs on each other and root for each other's success.
What makes a great teacher?
The best teachers are made of dedication inside and out. All of the hours, conferences, and bad days are completely worth it when you love your job.
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