I am Montana born and raised: I was born in Ekalaka, went through grade school in Big Sandy, and graduated high school from Winifred. If you try to find any of the above on a map and can't, don't feel bad.
I have always loved helping people learn and have wanted to be a teacher since the 6th grade. English has always been my favorite subject so it was the obvious choice. I love grammar. After working at a newspaper for two summers while in high school, I thought about becoming an editor at a newspaper, journal or something similar. However, sitting behind a desk for 8 hours a day and dealing with journalists, didn't sound like the most enjoyable way to earn a living. Instead, I would rather work with kids and teach them how to write properly. As corny as it may sound, I want to instill a passion or at least an appreciation for English that many people don't have.
I loved the opportunities I had in high school to be involved in many extra-curricular activities, especially sports. One of the cool things about my experience was that almost all of my coaches were also teachers. This allowed me to get to know them very well. I loved having that close relationship with my coaches/teachers and would really like to have that with my future students.
What else? Anyone who knows me knows that I love to talk and that I do it alot. I am pretty outgoing and opinionated. Discussion classes are my favorite, not only so I can put in my two-cents (or three or four) worth, but also to learn and hear other views. I may not always agree with others, but I believe respect is one of the most important things between two people.
I really don't know what else I should say about myself. I guess if there is anything anyone wants to know about me, I am a very open person, so just ask...I won't bite! And I look forward to getting to know all of you. :)
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