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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Naaman Forest
Bachelor's Degree
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Oklahoma Baptist University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Instructional Coordinators:
Bachelor's Degree: Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
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Life & Career Milestones
1.
2002- Went to college thinking about majoring in pre-med, realized education as a passion and switched, mid-term.
2.
2006- Graduated and wanted to teach high school Biology, however I could only get interviews for middle school science. I got a job 1 month after graduating, teaching 7th grade science.
3.
2008- I began writing middle school curriculum for my district on a team of 4, along with loving my job as a middle school science teacher.
4.
2016- I took a break from teaching to travel. Southeast Asia, New Zealand and India. I found a new passion in life.
5.
2018- I began my work as a Curriculum and Instruction Manager and I'm excited to put my hands-on experiences to good use.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Myself:
I thought it was necessary to get further education to have what it takes to do this job. I didn't have the time or money and it was discouraging.
How I responded:
I found opportunities within my school district to work with curriculum. I was able to gather hands-on experience to bolster my confidence.