Before working with ASI Coach Sarah worked with an after school program at the St. Johns Episcopal School where she would also substitute Pre-K and Kindergarten physical education. She began at ASI last summer when she needed a second job to save some extra money for her wedding. That summer job turned into something she hopes “to turn into her future.” Coach Sarah has really shown some passion in the work that she does with…
My chosen career is to work in law enforcement and more specifically with the U.S Marshalls as a deputy. The job outlook percentage is fairly low for police officers at 5%. In 2012, there were 780,000 accounted police officers. The pay for this career is $56,980 per year/$27.40 per hour, depending on location, education background, and experience. One full year of graduate level study related to a field in law enforcement or other related fields such as Criminal Justice, Sociology.…
I love working with children and I love the smile on their faces after a fantastic moment of discovery. I am willing to do whatever it takes to help close the achievement gap. I have the ability to make a difference in the lives of students and that’s why I want to join TFA. I was born in the country of Jamaica a third world country, and as a result, there are people who are really living in poverty. Where I grew up would be considered the lowest of the low.…
FCS Family and Consumer Science professionals purpose is to provide service to others. One of the main goals is to shape and provide a connection between families and their physical environment to help the improvement of family living. Family and Consumer Science provide leadership in shaping societal change. It is my desire to graduate and become a reliable educator that will help families meet their potential and thrive in society. I believe to be a successful family and consumer scientists there must be common core values in place.…
Dr. Rhonda Howard, VP of Academic Services at The Baby Fold lights up when she talks about her work with our Hammitt School students. “I was driven to this work; it’s a calling.” When she describes her experiences being a social worker in inner city schools, to a principal who opened an alternative high school, her passion for students and families who need special care and guidance is obvious. “I want to work with a team who makes the biggest impact possible,” she states emphatically, and that desire and The Baby Fold is a perfect fit.” Dr. Howard believes the expert staff at Hammitt Schools are “the best, bar none.”…
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) has guided me, a 49 year-old college sophomore, to utilize my academic grit in order to mentor other students, and past experiences to succeed in my educational and career goal as a visual healing artist. My 25 years of medical experience are rooted in my professional goal to be a visual healing artist. Mentors of my previous medical profession ranged from surgeons, doctors, and firemen to patients and their families, all of which helped me learn about human anatomy, kinesiology, and compassion for humanity. My medical career started over 25 years ago as an administrative assistant. I worked my way up the medical professional chain from my emergency medical technician (EMT) certification, registered dental assistant, x-ray technician, surgical technician, medical administrator of insurance billing and surgery scheduling, to an insurance agent of life and health, disability and long term care.…
I show leadership, service, or scholarship character every day at school and home with all my sisters. But there are many events, where I show service more. For example, I help Ms. Soto with the PTA meetings that the school has, I also take care of her son Aaron whenever she has an important meeting to attend. I'm willing to give up my personal time to take care of Aaron because I feel like if I see anyone needing to help I should to help them in any way I can. It's something inside of me that wakes up and tells me " go help ", " they need your help, go to see what you can do."…
31% don’t get a high school diploma. You could be a part of the 20,000 members and staff who are changing lives everyday. Would you rather wake up in the morning thinking what if or what now? You could take part in leading the 41% children that are left behind and take them to the finish line of success. Teaching is not an easy or lazy job.…
Before my current employment I was at a crossroad. I was 23 years old and nearing the end of a bachelor’s degree with no idea what to do next. I was constantly being asked what my plans were “after Wayne State”. I had no idea. I assumed I would find something I enjoyed, and psychology offered many options.…
This will be my fourth semester at POC. I am really enjoyed being a part of this learning community. I am looking forward to learning from the course work and my classmates, and to continue to develop my knowledge and skills from many experienced educators. Currently I work for Head Start Program as a Family Advocate.…
Coaching and mentoring would allow me to use acquired skills and previous experiences to assist. Whenever there is relatability , it helps build trust easier. With that being there are many challenges that come with working with youth. One of the biggest challenges that will arise is the emotional attachment that comes with working with youth.…
The agency I am interning at called the Lutheran Social services. I volunteer in their Early Life program. My agency provides preschool to children ages 3 and 4 though Head Start and ACS Child Care services. Head Start is a program that helps low income families with childhood education. Child Care is a daycare or babysitting services that help you watch your child, while your parents are at work.…
1) Describe those factors which influenced your decision to pursue a career in teaching. There were so many influential teachers that have helped shape me throughout the many years of schooling. They have been there for me when I needed to talk, when I needed encouragement, when I needed someone to just listen, and when I needed a friend. I want to be that influential teacher for many students to come in the future. I will be a positive impact on students that they will never forget.…
The agency I’m placed in is a non-profit daycare and preschool. The goals of the agency is to help the children and the parents, you learn their strengths and needs and build on that, you provide them with resources that can strengthen their current situation. The exact role we was given was a Family Worker. Some responsibilities listed are being responsible for recruiting applicants for childcare and family services, to decided eligibility, maintaining necessary records, making calls to appropriate agencies needed, and generally working with families. I myself though help the family workers that are teaching a class that day.…
The special field of study I am currently interested in is working with children that are living with a mental illness or disability. I want to make a positive difference in young children’s lives and let them know that with the right training and support they can accomplish numerous things throughout their life. Life Experiences Related to Social…