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I feel that the initial observation process can be un nerving. It would have been my first observation as a new teacher virtually and the supervisor was no where in sight on the zoom meeting. At first I thought I would cut my losses and just record it for the observer. Turns out there was an emergency at the district and he was not able to make it onto zoom! When they finally called the school for a reschedule, John Albert praised my for my flexibility, resourcefulness, and creativity. It was truly my moment in the sun in this school district. 

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I feel that the initial observation process can be un nerving. It would have been my first observation as a new teacher virtually and the supervisor was no where in sight on the zoom meeting. At first I thought I would cut my losses and just record it for the observer. Turns out there was an emergency at the district and he was not able to make it onto zoom! When they finally called the school for a reschedule, John Albert praised my for my flexibility, resourcefulness, and creativity. It was truly my moment in the sun in this school district. 

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A time a thrived is when I finished graduate school and completed my clinical fellowship as an SLP in the Florida schools. I had a great mentor and developed a connection to special education.

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With the help of a group of dedicated educators, mentors, a growth mindset and a structured effort towards improvement, I was able to thrive as a math teacher and implement new class structures, integrate new, innovative and engaging math investigations.

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When I interned at a middle school, my supervisor was very helpful and provided with not only a ton of support, but a lot of leniency to run with the intership on my own. He checked in with me weekly or whenever I needed him to but him giving me the freedom to call my own shots prepared me for the position I am in today. Also, he showed me how we as educators are sold on the idea of education and our job is to sell that same idea to all the families/students that we encounter so they can use education to get them where they’d like to be. Also he always told me that if he were to retire, he would do all he could to make sure I got his position because he has so much confidence in me!

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I am excepted the Special Class Mild/Mod position at Reidy Creek Elementary.

I feel that I thrived when finished school and began my journey as a special Education teacher.

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I accepted a teaching position for the preschool department.
A time when I thrived was when I juggled work, school, and being a mother. It was a difficult time and took a lot of focus. From that experience I grew a lot professionally and was able to accomplish personal goals. I'm excited to thrive in my new position and help my students thrive as well.

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A time I’ve thrived was in my last externship. I was out of my comfort zone and was challenged to learn new speech therapy techniques with various populations. It helped me feel confident in my abilities going into this new school year!

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Carmen Valladolid - able to thrive moment

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Carmen Valladolid - able to thrive moment

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For me it would have to be completing my education specialis   credential and being able to be a part of the EUSD family.

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A time I feel I was able to truly thrive was teaching remotely last year. As a special education teacher working with students with moderate/severe disabilities, I had no idea how I was going to tackle the task. But luckily with the help of amazing students, parents and therapists, we did it together and my students thrived!

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Intro-Jennifer Gutierrez-I will be a roving kindergarten PE teacher at multiple sites. I have taught physical education for 21 years. 16 years middle school, One year elementary and then I obtain my adapted physical education credential and taught adaptive PE for 2 1/2 years. I  was able to truly thrive after 1 year of teaching APE & adapting to teaching virtual via zoom and connecting with students & families. 

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Intro-Jennifer Gutierrez-I will be a roving kindergarten PE teacher at multiple sites. I have taught physical education for 21 years. 16 years middle school, One year elementary and then I obtain my adapted physical education credential and taught adaptive PE for 2 1/2 years. I  was able to truly thrive after 1 year of teaching APE & adapting to teaching virtual via zoom and connecting with students & families. 

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In my past life, I was a research scientist for Bayer and was part of a very small team developing the proteomics department. It required lots of collaboration with institutions in other states and abroad, and I loved it. My collaborators were wonderful and with their help, I was able to get our mass specs up and running and producing meaningful data. Collaboration is key. 

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In my past life, I was a research scientist for Bayer and was part of a very small team developing the proteomics department. It required lots of collaboration with institutions in other states and abroad, and I loved it. My collaborators were wonderful and with their help, I was able to get our mass specs up and running and producing meaningful data. Collaboration is key. 

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As a new teacher being hired halfway through the school year and having the support from the staff and teachers at the different schools I was supporting at.

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I thrived during virtual teaching because it was my 1st and 2nd year teaching, and when becoming a teacher there are so many extra things to do I felt like I wasn’t able to get a true handle on the curriculum. Virtual learning awarded me the time and space to create great lessons that I was able to bring back with me when we went back in person.

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A time I was truly able to thrive was making multiple road trips across the US. Experiencing our country first hand was an opportunity I’m very grateful for.

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I was able to thrive last year as students transitioned from online learning back to the classroom.

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While starting my career in a pandemic year, I really believe I was able to thrive with the help of my amazing team as well as my mentors!

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When I got my first teaching job, I had to move away from what I was comfortable with in growing up and living in Long Beach. However, by living and working in the Bay Area the last four years, it made me learn more about myself and what I was able to do professionally and personally.

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When I did my student teaching (at Rock Springs) I was shocked at how well I was able to make strong connections with children and establish classroom management. While I still have so much to learn, it was a relief to believe that I made the right career choice. I know my heart will always be in my teaching, and that will always help me grow and thrive.

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I truly thrived during my study abroad semester. Being out of my comfort zone, learning more about a different culture, and serving within the community grew me to live boldly and genuinely care for people.

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I felt that I was truly able to thrive when I was working at a school for the first time in Chile. The small town, the school environment, and the job itself were really rewarding for me.

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I truly thrived last year helping my team navigate new sites/technology resources.
- Kiara Sautia (Oak Hill - 4th)

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When I worked as a rehabilitation manager in subacute care. It was difficult at first, but I was able to grow and improve my leadership skills while working with a great group of PTs, OTs, and SLPs.

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A time I truly thrived was in my second grade student teaching. Conway school and my master teacher offered me so much support and helped me shape the teacher I am today. I was provided lots of freedom to teach in a way that was beneficial for me and my students and was encouraged to go beyond what I thought I could do, which made me stronger and challenged me.

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My first job working at a school in Philadelphia. I loved working with my students and living in the same community. I had the opportunity to really get to know students and their families, lived with like minded people, and actively participate in ways to improve our community. 

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My first job working at a school in Philadelphia. I loved working with my students and living in the same community. I had the opportunity to really get to know students and their families, lived with like minded people, and actively participate in ways to improve our community. 

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As a teacher involved in the Arts the first time my students performed onstage and a student who had never performed before said “That was really cool”, that was a great moment. I felt so proud of all the work the students had put into the performance. I felt as an educator these moments have given me a sense of purpose that continues to help me thrive and grow as a teacher.

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Hi my name is Carmen Valladolid. I will be part of the special education departamento and will be providing support in Specialized Academic Instruction ar Misdion Middle School. I am working forward yo making this a great year.

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When I backpacked throughout Europe, I realized how resilient and independent I was. It also provided me with rich culture and introduced me to many great people.

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My name is Tim Wheeler and I will be teaching PE at North Broadway Elementary. There was a period of time last year, after the students returned to our school, that I finally felt like I was in the swing of things and was thriving in my job and at home.

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This summer we thrived during summer school- students working in groups, smiling & eating together, playing outside, problem solving, engulfed in hands-on STEM activities, and enjoying learning!

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I think it was when I found the balance between grad school, teaching, and socializing. I went from feeling overwhelmed to finding my inner peace and happiness.

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Student teaching during a pandemic was incredibly challenging. I was so nervous for my first day of student teaching for a Kindergarten class on Zoom. My Master Teacher was extremely helpful at guiding me through my first student teaching placement. I was able to thrive in an online environment because of her calming nature and amazing attitude towards teaching. I am so lucky to have had that experience because I am now a Kindergarten teacher at Juniper Elementary.

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I thrived as an instructional assistant while working towards my Masters in Education. I learned from amazing teachers, my program, and the students themselves.

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In getting my teaching credential and masters degree, while having a full time job by having amazing support from my family, friends, coworkers, and mentor. I was able to pass all my classes, teach my students learn, and watch them meet their goals.

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Moving from Connecticut to beautiful San Diego allowed me to “thrive” in the sense that I was happier, healthier and able to do the things I always wanted to do!

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My first year of teaching! Last year was tough but I had so much support from my teammates!

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A time when I was truly able to thrive was during my first year of teaching in a Pandemic. It was definitely tough and very weird, but I grew so much as a person and as a teacher. I learned the value of parents in a student’s learning. I got creative with making learning hands on by sending home crafts and baking mixes.

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My first year in California was a life changer for me since it was my first experience living abroad and independently. I was just 21 and remember it was El Nino year of 1998. Lot’s of rain and surf and living at Isla Vista was amazing!

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Throughout my undergrad and graduate programs in the past few years, I had a number of opportunities in which I was given the agency to complete essentially an individual study project to present at local conferences. Though these were challenging days and weeks leading up to and preparing for these different events, I was able to overcome and thrive because of my faculty mentor and classmates who supported me.

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When I studied abroad in London, England for a semester. I know it’s cliché, but it’s the truth! I was really able to find myself and discover my love for history, which lead me to become a teacher!

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During my 2nd year in the classroom our district decided to convert a few of the schools into STEM specialty schools. I was trained in upper elementary STEM and witnessed my students who typically hated school suddenly explode with passion over what we were doing. I realized what an impact STEM education was and dove head first. I received my masters with a certificate in STEM education. Every time I teach stem content I see my students discover a new passion and it makes me thrive as a teacher.

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When I was planning an engagement party  recently! I was excited and in my element to bring people together after COVID to celebrate life and love. ❤️

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I was able to thrive when I showed my two girls that it is never to late to accomplish any dream you have! I finished my bachelor while navigate being a single mom at 34 and started my masters in special education.

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A time that I thrived was when I completed my first internship position in my MSW program. I had some doubts about which path to take and completing that internship solidified and confirmed what I wanted to do!

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I feel like I’m always pushing myself past my comfort zone so I may not always be thriving in what I do. One place, however, where I feel I do thrive is when I am taking classes myself. I love taking classes and being in school. It’s why I am teaching!

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I thrived working in my team this past year because I was able to support my team with the technology needed. They supported me through my first year teaching.

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Finishing my master’s degree and going through student teaching. It made me realize I am exactly where I need to be and this truly is my passion.

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I love teaching and learning. I am so excited to be part of the Escondido District Family. Together we can make sure our children will blossom and be the best they can be to their full potential.

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I am able to thrive under great leadership and when I’m enjoying what I’m doing. For example, in my Master’s program I had great instructors and I really enjoyed what I was learning and researching.

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After being a stay home mom for 14 years I decided to return to work part time in a school district. Being back in a school environment gave me the passion to pursue my PPS credential and return to my previous career as a school social worker. Finding a balance between family and work has been exactly what I needed to thrive.

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When things get hard and I have support from a team working with me! I resented worked at a residential addiction treatment program and I thrived there. I am so excited to continue growing!

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Several years ago I ran a half marathon. In order to do that I was supported by the people around me and had a plan to follow. Because of those factors I was able to thrive and grow in my running.

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7th grade ELA at Rincon: I thrived when I moved from Atlanta, Georgia to Escondido in 2016. It was the best move I’ve ever made in life!

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Being able to make the decision in switching from Physical therapy to special education due to the overwhelming response in when I would teach and how my path became clearer then. The EUSD community has been very warm and inviting to where it makes me feel that I can do this.

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I have been fortunate enough to work with some great grade level teams that valued my voice and supported what I thought was best for my students. There was trust and care to help me thrive. Even during their challenges, it came from a place of seeking to understand

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A time that I really thrived was in my position as a site substitute at the school where I completed my student teaching. I got to become very close with coworkers and fellow teachers, as well as the students in various grade levels at the school. Having a place in the school community made me feel very at home and I was able to thrive while learning different methods/ strategies of teaching.

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During my credential program was when I was able to thrive. Doing student teaching virtually was scary and new, but I was able to thrive with the support of my guide teacher, program leader, and other members in my cohort. It ended up being a great year where I was able to learn so many new skills and strategies.

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I have been able to thrive this past year, both personally and professionally. A lot of good things went on last year- I began my career as a teacher and even got married! I learned how to be a special education teacher in a new way, during the global pandemic, but I feel as though I did well and have learned a lot. I am happy that I was able to survive the pandemic and that I now possess the skills necessary to thrive in teaching.

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As student teacher the pandemic hit and technology was our friend. I took the opportunity to try anything and everything new and the kids just went along with me.

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When I was a tutor and I was able to be part of lesson planning and working with students and noticing progress. Part of working with students and noticing student achievement was building bonds with them and realizing I was there to make a difference.

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I started off having a harder time teaching during distant learning. I was given a lot of work from my department converting in-person assignments to digital assignments. I eventually hit my stride and truly began to thrive when we went back in-person and I could really focus on activities for my students. I saw drastic improvements in grades and participation!

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Completing college / College graduation— I was the first in my family to attend college

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As a student teacher during the pandemic, I was anxious about teaching and learning solely online. I thrived with the support of my cooperating teacher, professors, and peers.

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When I worked for 5 years as a part time receptionist at a nursing home, I was able to pay out of pocket for 2 years of undergrad at SDSU and on top of that be a full time student and being involved on campus in both Best Buddies and an ambassador. I’d like to thank my family (who helped me pay for community college), friends, mentors, and the students I taught who has helped me get to where I am now and have shown me my passion towards teaching students with disabilities.

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An instance when I really thrived was when I studied abroad for a semester in Ireland. I was able to learn so much in my Irish lit and writing classes and make a lot of local friends. But I also took on the extra responsibility of volunteering in the community and getting to know the values of those around me.

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I have been truly able to thrive in my admin Masters program. I was inspired and challenged in ways I never thought possible. It made me such a stronger teacher because I connected the what to the why and how.

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When I first moved to California, I felt defeated trying to pursue my career in education. I struggled trying to transfer my credential from out of state, but within 5 months I was ready to go. I was able to teach a great group of TK students and fulfill my accomplishments.

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When I was an aide, I was also going to school to obtain my teaching credential. When I had the support of my coworkers, administration, etc., I was able to thrive in school and eventually, my career.

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Describe a time when you were able to truly THRIVE.

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Describe a time when you were able to truly THRIVE.