I majored in Elementary Education in college and stepped right into the classroom when I graduated.

I taught reading, math, phonics, science, computer technology, and social studies for a combined 13 years. These years were spread out through grades Kindergarten to the 6th grade. Most of my experience was in teaching literacy and mathematics to below grade level students, providing remedial support.

While teaching grades K through 6th, I really enjoyed all 13 years of it. Nothing compa...