BY RUBEN CARILLO
Describe why you went into teaching? Both my parents were teachers and while they did say how difficult it was, they were always talking about how rewarding it was.
What is the first thing you are going to do when you retire and why? Not set my alarm clock. I am tired of getting up early.
Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? Any time I see a student light up because suddenly the material made sense or an understanding was reached.
Describe who your favorite student has been in all your years of teaching? A student who wants to learn and will go the extra mile to reach a goal.
Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My parents and Vicky Nicoll –former Boone teacher.
Why did you teach the subject that you teach? English (reading, writing) have always been easy for me. I am passionate about reading.
What did you love about teaching? Every day is different, dealing with students from varying backgrounds and ideas.
Describe your favorite class? My favorite classes are the ones I am teaching now [English 1].
Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? My tactics really haven’t changed, but the delivery has with Benchmarks.