Matthew Villegas
I love teaching because every student is another opportunity to make the world a better place and I take that kind of work seriously.
I love teaching because every student is another opportunity to make the world a better place and I take that kind of work seriously.
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Learn MoreI became a teacher because I remember the only place feeling safe was at school. My teachers were like mothers and fathers to me that taught me so much more than they will ever know.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceMy first year as teacher was the most memorable because it was my first class and they trusted me to lead them. They gave me grace and were patient with me and I with them. We made a 1000 memories that year that I will take with me forever.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would set it aside for my daughter Lola. She is 6 months and despite having Down syndrome, she has already been the best teacher I have ever met.
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