How did you get the job?
I applied for the position and they offered me the job after four interviews.
Why did you choose Health & Physical Education?
I have always wanted to be a teacher ever since I was a little girl. I grew up playing sports like soccer, tennis, basketball, and track and loved being active. When I was in 10th grade, I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and I learned a lot about the importance of eating healthy and staying active. I became very passionate about health and wellness and wanted to teach kids at a young age the importance of that in order to live a long and healthy life. I combined my love for teaching and physical activity and that is why I chose the Health/Physical Education degree at Messiah College.
What does your typical workday look like?
When I arrive at school I have a morning duty. Some days I monitor breakfast and other days I monitor the Kindergarten hallway. I have six 40 minute classes a day with a 30 minute lunch and 40 minute plan period.
How did your Messiah education prepare you for this career?
My Messiah College degree definitely prepared me for this career. All of the professors I have had gave me the knowledge that I needed to succeed in this career. Not only in academics, but Messiah College also taught me how to be an expression of the love of Jesus in my teaching.