My introduction into teaching began when I was an Educational Assistant. This position has created so many memorable moments in my emerging career. I have worked alongside so many inspiring educators who continually encouraged me to further myself by obtaining a teaching degree. I have been able to keep my job, subbing as an Educational Assistant twice a week on top of my required coursework and classes. I am incredibly fortunate to be able to be working hands on in the very same field I aspire to place myself. The immense amount of different teaching strategies, pedagogies, ways of knowing and being has contributed so much to how I will represent myself once I arrive in my own classroom. I currently work 2-3 times a week, maybe I can help out in your school one day!