Jennifer Cadwallader

2005-2007: English and Writing Tutor, Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 2007-2010: First Grade Teacher, Andrew Robinson Elementary, Jacksonville, FL 2010-2011: Middle School Reading and Language Arts Teacher, Choices Alternative Learning Center, Salisbury, MD 2012-present: Third Grade Math and Science Teacher, Glen Avenue Elementary School, Salisbury MD

I believe that the most important aspect of teaching, particularly in the elementary grades, is to form good relationships with students and foster an environment of mutual respect. Once that is achieved, much more learning will be able to take place. When I get frustrated with my job, I think back about some of my teachers, and realize that I can remember vivid details about them: the way they dressed, lessons they did, the way they made me feel. That reminds me of the fact that decisions I make today, and the things I do for my students today, will truly be remembered for a lifetime.

2007, Bachelor's in Arts in English, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL

I am a happy mom to three great kids and wife to my wonderful husband, who is a special ed. teacher and sign language interpreter. Education is one of our family's most important values, and we strive to act as teachers to our children at every given opportunity.