I love being part of my students’ growth—in learning, in shaping them as servant leaders, and helping them see the world with hope.
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Learn MoreI realized I could truly make a positive difference in young people’s lives, guiding them as they grow both academically and emotionally. Above all, Jesus as a teacher has been my greatest inspiration, showing me the kind of love and patience I hope to share with my students.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceThat would be my first year of teaching with indigenous children who were evacuated to the mountains with their families after a volcanic eruption near my hometown. I taught in tents, and it was a meaningful experience helping them learn how to read and creating a safe place for their emotional growth during such a difficult time.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would spend some of it on purchasing Science equipment and STEAM materials for my school. Then, I’d travel with my husband to Thailand to support an organization that helps children and women who have been trafficked as they go through healing and restoration programs.
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