Nicola barrett

I love teaching because it allows me the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students helping them grow academically and personally.

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I used to be a performer, working at Disneyland and taking on various teaching jobs while pursuing acting. While out at auditions, I found myself missing the classroom. Over time, I discovered a deep passion for teaching, which completely changed my career path and led me to where I am today.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

The thing about teaching, is you are blessed to witness many aha moments. No two days are the same. As for a memorable teaching experience, I’d like to mention I am from Scotland originally, and like to include my culture by celebrating a Scottish holiday (Robert Burns Day) every year. I teach my class how to do a proper caleigh (dance), we learn scots english, some Gaelic, and share some treats from Scotland. It’s always so wonderful hearing students past share their memories of this day.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With the $25,000, I would very likely use it to pay off student loans. Living and teaching in Southern California, money is tight. I’d love to use it for student loan repayment, and to replenish my class library with more award winning and diverse books.

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