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Reader Stories: Why I Became a Teacher

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Many people who become teachers chose to do so because of an influential teacher or educaitonal experience in their own life. Share your story on how you came to become a teacher and whether you are happy with the choice you made.

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How did you go about becoming a teacher? Is this your first career or have you changed careers?

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What lessons did you learn? Share tips with other readers.

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