My first degree I majored in Anthropology because I found the subject interesting. I then decided I would look into Museum Education. I grew up in Alexandria, VA outside of Washington, D.C. This meant frequent trips to the Smithsonian. The moment I ended up with my license to drive I would take my best friend to look at the exhibits at the National History Museum, Natural History Museum, Air and Space Museum, and the National Gallery. We would also drive to Monticello home of Thomas Jefferson and Mount Vernon home of George Washington.
Life took me on a different path which led me to marriage and a family. So things were put on hold. I ended up trying out many different occupations in customer service. I liked helping and educating, but not selling things people didn't need. Museum Education and curatorship turnover is very low. So my husband suggested I try subbing to see if I like teaching. I have been subbing for almost five years. I've tried many different grades and subjects. I found the best fit for me to be secondary social studies. So here I am in SED 406. I took FNED 346 with Dr. Brell and he reinforced my love of teaching. I was worried about exams, but he encouraged me to keep at it because I would make a great teacher. Dr. Brell made me feel that what I had to say had value and worth no matter how small or simple. I was hooked.
Its been a crazy start to SED 406 and SED 407 with all the snow days and how quickly we have to move. The hardest part for me is digesting everything quickly. I've really enjoyed SED 406. The only thing I wish-was that the class was longer or at least 2 hours. Time flies in class!
Thank you. And as a former museum educator, I encourage you to keep it in mind. Certified teachers can still work in Museums.
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