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“The culture, and feel of the building I work in, simply feels right and I have every intention of continuing to serve the school that took a chance on me.”
“It is very important as an educator to make sure that I develop meaningful relationships with my students and also with their families…Being an educator in a rural school allows me the ability to show students that they are bigger than just themselves, and give them direction in creating a better community than before.”
“I aim to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive classroom environment that nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning. I seek to bridge the gap between rural and urban education by engaging with innovative teaching methods and leveraging technology.”
“I want to change lives, save lives, and do everything in my power to make sure [students] feel safe, secure, and supported.”
“North Powder Charter School is more than a school to me. It is my home and my family where I plan to continue to teach proudly to the students who are walking the same hallways that shaped me into the person I am today.”
“Becoming a part of the teaching community in Haines, which feels more like a family, has been the biggest blessing to me and is something I didn’t realize I needed until I became a part of it.”
“I’ve always wanted to do something that matters with my life and career. It wasn’t until I started subbing that I really found my way. I know this is where I’m meant to be. I want to help kids grow during difficult times. Help them become resilient. Show them love and compassion and teach them how to find their way.”
“As a teacher in a rural school you have more ability to make deeper connections with your students as the student to teacher ratio is lower, and in these rural communities everyone knows everyone.”
“I really want to help our students in our mixed-grade elementary classroom realize how blessed they are to live in a beautiful place and have a spacious classroom with educators who value them and provide individualized attention.”
“As an aspiring educator and coach, my goal is to find a lasting place within a school, and contribute to the growth of both the community and its students.”
“[Teaching] is a challenging but rewarding career, and I cannot see myself doing anything else but being an educator and a role model in my community.”
“Growing up in a remote community with a parent that was a teacher in a one-room school, I saw first-hand the impact that educators can have on a rural community. This upbringing solidified my passion for giving back and providing service to outlying rural communities.”
“I grew a passion for teaching within the first few days of teaching. My heart grew in a matter of moments when kids started getting excited to see me.”