Stories

NDMU has helped me gain confidence in myself as an educator. Before entering the MATESOL program, I wasn’t sure if I was outgoing enough to be an educator. However, after gaining more knowledge in ESOL, I feel like this is exactly what I was meant to do. What's Next for Andrea: Baltimore City Public Schools - 7th Grade ESOL, Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #237

NDMU's School of Education prepared me to become the best possible educator. I look forward to having my own classroom and teaching students with the passion and love that I have experienced at this university. What's Next for Donielle: NDMU - MA in Leadership in Teaching: Special Education

NDMU has given me the confidence to be a capable and caring leader in my community. I’m so excited to get into the classroom this fall and move forward in my education. What's Next for Mary Claire: NDMU - MA in Teaching Program

Because of the knowledge and skill set I developed at NDMU, I know I will have a smooth transition into my own classroom and cannot wait to see it all come together. What's Next for Elizabeth: Anne Arundel County Public Schools - Classroom Teacher at Edgewater Elementary

The professors provided me with real life scenarios that teachers are faced with daily and NDMU worked with St. Joseph Fullerton to place me in my internship as a full-time 2nd grade teacher. What's Next for Amy: St. Joseph Fullerton - 2nd Grade teacher

Notre Dame provided me with the tools, experience, and knowledge of special education and differentiation necessary to meet the needs of all students. I look forward to being able to serve my community, the one I grew up in, as a teacher. I hope to inspire students to love art. What’s Next for Erin: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

NDMU has opened my eyes to people's different experiences. A lot of my classes were discussion-based, so I learned how to listen and communicate well with others, especially those who have a different life experience than me… I am looking forward to student teaching. I’m excited to start applying everything I have learned at Notre Dame and I cannot wait to create relationships with students and start planning lessons in the classroom. What’s Next for Grace: Graduate student at Notre Dame

Notre Dame has taught me that teaching English learners is not only about knowing pedagogy and theory, but also about approaching students - no matter their background - with compassion and empathy…I truly believe that the TESOL program has equipped me with invaluable tools and knowledge that will help me serve my future students as best as I can…I am excited to utilize all that I learned at NDMU to help English learners realize and reach their full potential. What’s Next for Jee: Wolfe Street Academy, Baltimore City Public Schools, ESOL Teacher

NDMU forced me to grow into a woman that is going to transform the world! I walk into a classroom knowing I can command the classroom and be the best teacher I can be. My NDMU experience gives me the confidence and skills needed to pursue my passion! What's Next for Emily: 4th Grade Teacher at Church Creek Elementary School

The professors gave me invaluable feedback on lessons, and my internship experience allowed me to practice my teaching skills in a real classroom setting. Notre Dame gave me the skills and opportunity to cultivate those skills in my four years here. I found my passion and my calling, now I'm off to pursue it. What's Next for Kristin: Elementary Education Teacher, Indian River School District in Sussex County DE