I decided I was going to be a teacher when I was 9. I remember the classroom I was in and I remember how much I loved my teachers. More so, I remember learning to love to read [that, and refusing to let my friends be the teacher when we played school]. Ever since then, I have always found myself in a book - whether it is for pleasure or to learn something new. It is my hope and goal to drive more and more students into a future of books.
Since I decided to be a teacher, I have worked hard to become the best teacher I possibly could be. I have read a variety of teaching methods books (and have even more sitting on my book shelf). I have also attended as many professional development courses as I possibly could. One thing I have learned about myself is that I am very adaptable to new teaching standards and methods - in my short time as a teacher, I have taught using two different curriculum standards and have had to adapt to multiple models of literacy instruction. I have discovered that, regardless of the standards and materials I am given, I will thrive and effectively continue to meet the needs of my students. I adapt easily to change, which is something I believe is essential in the teaching environment. I know that I could teach anywhere and be successful.
Miscellaneous and fun information about me:
~I love to travel.
~I love animals, all types!
~Art is one of my passions and I believe it should ALWAYS be a part of the learning environment.
~I am always wanting to learn more and more about technology (the more you play around with programs and computers, the more you figure out!).
~I was born in Maryland and LOVE watching football.
~I went to UNC and Chapel Hill will always be one of my favorite places to visit.
~I am the middle child with an older brother and a younger brother - they're two of my favorite people!
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