The most satisfying part of my day is when I see a student’s eyes light up when he or she gains an understanding of a concept. If I was given the opportunity to speak to people who are considering entering the teaching profession, I would tell them, ‘it is the most rewarding career they will ever have; however, to truly succeed you must have a passion to teach. Without this passion, I would not be the teacher I am; I would not be able to connect with my students at their level of understanding; I would not enjoy the struggle of helping them achieve the next level of understanding; and I would not be able to celebrate with them the moments when they truly grasp a concept.’