Giesla Tucker
Athletic Director, Administrator & Spanish Teacher
Holy Cross Christian Academy
Burleson, TX USA
“Don’t be afraid. Don’t be fearful. It can be done.”
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Milestones
My road in life has taken me all over.
I had a fifth-grade teacher who really supported and encouraged me—it’s because of her that I feel as if I’m paying it forward as a teacher now.
After graduating with my bachelor’s degree, I started a family and was a stay-at-home mom.
One of the other moms at my children's school encouraged me to look into an open teaching position at the school.
I started off teaching Spanish for elementary school students, then moved into teaching music, and eventually became the middle school Spanish teacher.
I thought that this was the time in my life to just focus on my children, but I was also driven to progress in my career once I started exploring the leadership side of academia.
My school was looking to fill a leadership role, which felt like a logical next step for me, so I decided to start Western Governors University's Master of Science in Educational Leadership program.
Once I complete my master’s program, I’ll be able to step into the head of school position at the school that I currently teach at!
Education
High School
Career
Athletic Director, Administrator & Spanish Teacher
I teach middle school Spanish and coach any sport the school doesn’t have a designated coach for.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Sports
Teaching / Mentoring
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for professionals
If you're wanting to further your education in order to progress in your career, don't be afraid to just step out there. It can be done. The support I've received from WGU has been more than I ever expected. If you commit yourself and the support is there for you, you can't fail.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Myself:
"You could fail while pursuing your education again."
Challenges I Overcame
Work-Life Balance
