ABOUT US

I currently work as a substitute teacher for Hillsborough County. I enjoy learning and meeting many children from different walks of life. I will be doing a virtual internship on sustainability.

This internship fits with my current position in more ways than one. As a substitute, I have witnessed many students struggle mentally and emotionally. They lack the guidance and leadership required to succeed academically and in life. The community is a resource for students in need, primarily minority students. Afterschool programs like the YMCA or the Boys and Girls Club help students create meaningful relationships with mentors and coaches they can confide in. These programs and non-profit organizations also help keep students out of trouble and off the streets.

Through community engagement, students will also learn the importance of sustainability issues that can also affect them, like poverty or resource depletion. Having students volunteer at homeless shelters and clean-up events will help them become more aware of these global problems. Educators and community leaders should work together for the overall well-being of our students. My short-term goals are to finish my Bachelor’s degree and prioritize my mental, physical, and emotional health this semester. My long-term goals are constantly changing.

I would love to open up my own business to impact the people of my community, whether it be a gym or an afterschool program. As of right now, I am still figuring out what I would like to do a few years from today. I have a passion for everything centered around our overall health. While serving in the military, I competed in a bodybuilding competition and fell in love with the art of the sport. I have learned that both our physical and mental health matter. What we put into our bodies also matters, and paying attention to the ingredients in our foods is also vital to our health.

I have also considered re-enlisting in the military as an officer now that I will have my bachelor’s degree. The best skills and abilities I could offer to future employees based on my experiences are my willingness to learn, collaborate, and take initiative. I love discovering new things and seeing things from a different perspective. I enjoy working with others because it brings more ideas to the table. I also like to get tasks done without being told to do so. Furthermore, I believe that I have an abundance of patience and compassion. I am willing to listen and let someone express themselves and their point of view. We have to value our cultural differences and find ways to cultivate diversity.