BY RUBEN CARILLO
Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? The best tactic is to love and respect your students- that has never changed [throughout my career].
What did you love about teaching? Working with kids and making a positive difference in their lives-hopefully.
Describe your favorite class. I loved teaching economics- it was here and now. My favorite position has been as a school counselor.
Why did you decide to teach the subject that you teach? I’m a history lover and I love helping people.
What did you want to be when you were a child? I was teaching my dolls in the playroom from the time I was five.
How many years have you been teaching? 27 in all: 13 years as a school counselor and 14 years as a classroom teacher.
Describe why you went into teaching? I think it is the most effective way to impact the future.
Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? Any time I have been able to help a student.
Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My fellow teachers.
What is the first activity you are going to do when you retire and why? Travel – plan a trip.