Teach In Virginia

To The Editor,

I do not work for a large corporation or make millions of dollars. I spend my days discussing the alphabet and numbers. But I think I have one of the most important jobs in the world. I am a teacher. I am also a graduate of VCU and would like to let people know about a program called Teach In Virginia.

I wake up early, work late and have a hard time not thinking about my classroom (even in the summer.) I look forward to seeing my children solve a problem or “get” something for the first time. And they simply count on me to be in the classroom every day. The profession needs people who are dedicated, motivated, and more then willing to be appreciated, almost revered in the eyes of an eight-year old.

The Teach in Virginia program is looking for others who want to join me. Teach in Virginia, a non-profit organization, was created as a partnership with the Virginia Department of Education to recruit non-licensed, potential teachers and licensed teachers to teach high-need subject throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Teach for Virginia began recruiting a few months ago and is currently recruiting teachers for the 2005-2006 school year. The Teach in Virginia program continues to look for highly qualified, motivated individuals. It is a selective program that is seeking those who want to:
* Make a difference.
* Inspire students to academic excellence.
* Challenge themselves.
* Confront educational issues head on.
* Assume leadership roles within their schools and division.
* Make a greater impact.

The program needs high achievers and critical thinkers who want to use their subject knowledge to ensure the academic achievement of the students who need them the most.

As an educator, I implore you to use your skills to provide an opportunity for all children throughout the state to succeed. For more information on the Teach in Virginia program or to apply online, please visit www.teachinvirginia.org.

Signature,

Paige Tucker