Quarter-Finalist

Caitlin shinn

I love teaching because there is never a dull moment. Everyday is filled with big feelings and eager minds.

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I became a teacher because of the experiences I had with my elementary school teachers growing up. My teachers were loving and made every moment memorable. I wanted to give children the same experiences I had growing up.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My most memorable moment in teaching was when one of my special needs students wrote her name by herself.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000 I would get a smart board for my classroom and get a masters degree in reading.

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