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Our substitute teachers, paraeducators, tutors, and support staff come from diverse walks of life. Some are former educators, others are professionals, retirees, or college students. Each one took a different path to begin working in our schools. Here are just a few of their inspiring stories.
Evelyn Jennings | Former Dean of Students and Child Development Director
As a substitute teacher,
Evelyn Jennings
loves the new experiences she has with her students each day. Shortly after substitute teaching, Evelyn’s involvement led to a significant improvement in 7th-grade math scores. She fosters a team environment where the children believe in themselves.
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Terry & Dale Gallman | Retirees
Terry and Dale Gallman
are a married couple who substitute teach in retirement. Terry worked 31 years as a full-time teacher and wasn’t ready to stop doing the work she enjoyed. Dale is a retired engineer who wants to bring fun to learning and sees substitute teaching as an opportunity to give back.
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Camil Fowler | Substitute Teacher
Camil Fowler
became a substitute teacher while attending college, allowing her to confirm her desire to go into teaching. She was able to get hired on as a full-time teacher thanks to her substitute teaching experience. As a result, Camil continues to make an impact that lasts.
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Jane Abrams | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - K-12 Substitute Teacher
Jane Abrams
had to retire early from being a teacher after experiencing a bad accident. After some time, she chose to return to the school system as a substitute since teaching provided her with joy and fulfillment. Jane loves the school and the people she works with as a substitute teacher.
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Lucille Zeigler | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Paraeducator
Starting as a school cafeteria worker,
Lucille Zeigler
discovered her passion for helping students learn. Now, as a paraeducator, she wakes up excited every morning to teach students something new.
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Saira Zamarripa | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Pre-K Substitute Teacher
Saira Zamarripa
was seeking a consistent job that was also fun. Following in her mom’s footsteps, who worked as a Pre-K assistant for 11 years, Saira chose to become a substitute teacher. She loves making an impact and helping to change the perspective of students so that they enjoy school and want to learn.
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Megan Mabry | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Support Staff
Megan Mabry
first started teaching as a substitute teacher and substitute support staff. She now works in the counseling office, where she helps children navigate daily challenges. She chose substitute teaching for a better work-life schedule for herself while also stepping into her children’s school system to make a difference.
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As a substitute teacher,
Evelyn Jennings
loves the new experiences she has with her students each day. Shortly after substitute teaching, Evelyn’s involvement led to a significant improvement in 7th-grade math scores. She fosters a team environment where the children believe in themselves.
Read more
Terry & Dale Gallman | Retirees
Terry and Dale Gallman
are a married couple who substitute teach in retirement. Terry worked 31 years as a full-time teacher and wasn’t ready to stop doing the work she enjoyed. Dale is a retired engineer who wants to bring fun to learning and sees substitute teaching as an opportunity to give back.
Read more
Camil Fowler | Substitute Teacher
Camil Fowler
became a substitute teacher while attending college, allowing her to confirm her desire to go into teaching. She was able to get hired on as a full-time teacher thanks to her substitute teaching experience. As a result, Camil continues to make an impact that lasts.
Read more
Jane Abrams | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - K-12 Substitute Teacher
Jane Abrams
had to retire early from being a teacher after experiencing a bad accident. After some time, she chose to return to the school system as a substitute since teaching provided her with joy and fulfillment. Jane loves the school and the people she works with as a substitute teacher.
Read more
Lucille Zeigler | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Paraeducator
Starting as a school cafeteria worker,
Lucille Zeigler
discovered her passion for helping students learn. Now, as a paraeducator, she wakes up excited every morning to teach students something new.
Read more
Saira Zamarripa | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Pre-K Substitute Teacher
Saira Zamarripa
was seeking a consistent job that was also fun. Following in her mom’s footsteps, who worked as a Pre-K assistant for 11 years, Saira chose to become a substitute teacher. She loves making an impact and helping to change the perspective of students so that they enjoy school and want to learn.
Read more
Megan Mabry | 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year - Support Staff
Megan Mabry
first started teaching as a substitute teacher and substitute support staff. She now works in the counseling office, where she helps children navigate daily challenges. She chose substitute teaching for a better work-life schedule for herself while also stepping into her children’s school system to make a difference.
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