Yavanna Reynolds
Year Graduated: 
2021
Upper Elementary Teacher
Redwood Coast Montessori

Job description

I design and implement dynamic, socially-aware curriculum for grades 4-6, blending Montessori philosophy with state standards.

Why did you choose this program?

Humboldt State has a good reputation for creating prepared teaching candidates who are ready to work upon graduation. I wanted to go to a school that was known for giving its students a strong foundation for success.

How did this program prepare you for your job?

Coursework was challenging, pushing me to perform at the high levels needed to be a successful educator. Through internship opportunities as a student teacher, I was able to create the professional contacts needed to eventually find and secure a position.

What did you enjoy most about the program?

Learning from other educators, both those in the profession already (our professors) and those who were about to enter the profession (my cohort).

What would you say to prospective students who are thinking about applying to this program?

This program will prepare you to successfully enter the teaching profession. You will get the instruction you need to not only pass all of your exams and graduate with your preliminary credential, you will also gain the skills you need to work in an ever-changing, modern, dynamic educational environment. The program continues to change and evolve with the times, keeping up with the changes coming to the profession.

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