Jessica Swaim
I love teaching because I get to spark curiosity, celebrate “aha” moments, and help young scientists see the wonder in the world every day.
I love teaching because I get to spark curiosity, celebrate “aha” moments, and help young scientists see the wonder in the world every day.
Help me become America's Favorite Teacher, win $25,000, a trip to Hawaii, and appear in Reader's Digest!
The winning teacher's inspiring story will appear in Reader's Digest, celebrating their remarkable influence on education.
Learn MoreI always looked up to all of my teachers growing up. I had many teachers growing up that were role models to me some even felt like bonus family. I wanted to be just like them.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceRecently a quiet student, who rarely participated, raised their hand and shared out the right answer. It wasn’t just about being correct for them—it was about finding their confidence. I love being a part of things like that.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would donate some to my school and use the rest to buy items for my classroom/students. I really just want my students to have the opportunity to see Bill Nye. 🥼
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