Sonia Smith
Teaching is not just a career for me, it is my passion. I learn just as much from my students as they do from me. Teaching is my heartsong
Teaching is not just a career for me, it is my passion. I learn just as much from my students as they do from me. Teaching is my heartsong
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Teaching has always been a dream for me. I love helping shape little minds into amazing people. Working with our youth has always been a passion for me. Being a positive influence and role model for our youth is one of my greatest accomplishments.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceI recently had a young man whom I have struggled with reaching for years, admit to me that I am his favorite teacher because he knows I love and care about him. If we cannot show our students love first, they are not going to want to learn from us.
What would you do with the $25,000?Pay off some debt after losing my husband 5 months ago. Try to get a fresh start.
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