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Kristin's work combines: Education, Writing, and Upholding a Cause and Belief
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Education, General
California State University-Monterey Bay
Graduate Degree
Education, General
California State University-Monterey Bay
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Elementary School Teachers:
Bachelor's Degree: Art/Art Studies, General
Graduate Degree: Education, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Left home to go to college.
2.
Majored in film and literature, because I didn't know what else to do.
3.
Graduated, and got a job at Disneyland. Which was fun, but stopped being fulfilling.
4.
Left Disneyland, and began working for Roadtrip Nation. Went on a 7000 mile road trip that changed me.
5.
Decided to live abroad in China, and teach English for Disney.
6.
Left China, to go to Graduate School at UCLA for a Master's in Education.
7.
Got a job as a TA at Larchmont Charter School while I finished my Master's Inquiry.
8.
Graduated with an M.Ed. and was hired as a 5th grade teacher at Larchmont.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
I've had a lot of good support. But I've definitely felt the societal pressures of settling down, making money, and being responsible. I also heard a few friends tell me I wouldn't make a good Elementary school teacher, but I never was told why. Earlier in my life, I was told to be a teacher immediately. But I wasn't ready, I wanted to explore in my 20s. And I am really glad I did.
How I responded:
I wish I could say I overcame the noise. But noise will always be there. People will think they know what's best for you, and you will have to decide if you agree or disagree. And sometimes it's hard to tell. When it comes down to it, you have to listen to your heart. Know what you want, and go after it, with patience. Lots and lots of patience.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me