Andrea Giordano-Rink

Andrea Giordano-Rink

High School Teacher


Sweetwater Union High School District

Chula Vista, CA USA


When I questioned my major, it was the best thing that I could have done because it caused me to change majors and put me on a path to the career that I have now, which is exactly where I need to be.

Milestones

My road in life has been direct.
Mine path was VERY straightforward!
High school
College
Changed my major in the first year
Graduated
Got my teaching credential
Got a job three months after graduating with my credential

Career

High School Teacher

I teach and learn from 180 high school students.

Career Roadmap

Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Writing
Teaching / Mentoring

Day to Day

I decide what the day will hold by planning lessons. I structure the activities and timing. I interact with my students one-on-one and in groups and whole class.

Advice for Getting Started

Here's the first step for everyone

LOVE to teach and help and get to know people and then learn your subject so you can be an expert in both things.

Recommended Education

My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:

Hurdles

The Noise I Shed

From Myself:

"Nothing negative about my choices. I was blessed with very supportive parents, friends, and teachers. I provided my own noise when I would question my choices."

Challenges I Overcame

Physical Issues