Milestones

My road in life took a while to figure out.
My first degree was in Business - Consumer Science and Merchandising
I worked in retail for 20 years - sales associate - Visual Manager-Store Manager
Decided to go back to school.
Now I am a teacher.

Career

Special Education Teacher

I provide instruction and personal care services for students that are intellectually disabled.

Career Roadmap

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

Day to Day

I develop creative and meaningful lessons based on the needs of my diverse student population. I have to meet the academic and emotional needs of my students. I also follow up with colleagues and collaborate to better my teaching. I also collect and compile data to assist my students to master their academic / functional goals.

Advice for Getting Started

Here's the first step for high school students

Go to as many fob fairs possible. Make sure you sell yourself and your abilities. And look into subbing and use that time to network.

Recommended Education

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

Hurdles

The Noise I Shed

From Society in General:

"You should not teach. You will not make any money."

Challenges I Overcame

Financial