Enid Martinez - Teachers Make a Difference

The speaker reflects on the impact of past teachers and their own teaching experiences. They discuss the challenges of teaching a diverse, bilingual class with students of varying ages and educational backgrounds. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching beyond the curriculum by understanding students' personal interests and challenges. They highlight the significance of building personal connections with students to enhance learning. Despite the difficulties, the speaker expresses gratitude for these formative teaching years.

What impact did the teacher's first class have on their career?

How did the teacher describe the challenges faced in their first years of teaching?

In what ways did the teacher's classroom turn into a supportive environment?

What did the teacher learn about the importance of knowing their students?

Why does the teacher consider their most difficult years as the best years of their career?