There
are many joys that come with teaching. There is no other job where you see your
students’ ecstatic fist pumps after getting that A on a quiz. Or where you set
Hot Cheetos on fire to teach students about thermodynamics as well as
nutrition. Or where your sneezes prompt a chorus of “bless you!”(This is one of
the most endearing things that I wish all people could experience).
Teach for
America is about building relationships with students and partnering with
coworkers to build a better school. It’s about supporting children so
they have the chance to see themselves achieve success inside and outside the
classroom.
I will be the first to tell you that it is not an easy journey. But
I will also be the first to point out that with those challenges come many
opportunities to make a positive impact on a community.
Erica
Duh, Beta Theta-Duke grew up in the Washington metropolitan area. She is currently
in her third year as a high school chemistry teacher in South Central Los
Angeles. She can be contacted at Erica.d.duh@gmail.com
with any questions or concerns regarding the application process and the TFA
experience.
Teach for America FAQs: http://www.teachforamerica.org/teach-america-faqs
Teach for America application: http://bit.ly/16VeG8l
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