Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” I have four years of experience teaching first grade and gaining familiarity creating engaging lessons, using assessments to guide instruction, and building connections with students and families. I started my career in education as a title one reading teacher where I taught students based on their skills and needs during a small group instruction. Then, I taught first grade and learned more about classroom management, differentiating instruction, and creating a positive classroom community. I am continuing to learn new teaching strategies each year that I gain experience as an educator.