![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() St Joseph’s- Marion Grades 6-8 12 Years Teaching Why do I choose to teach in a Catholic school: I attended Catholic schools as a student and appreciate the sacrifices my parents made to send my six siblings and me to Catholic schools. Teaching in a Catholic school allows me to infuse the Catholic faith into my daily lessons. I am able to see my students grow closer to God through their words, actions, and conversations that we have. Catholic schools give students a strong academic foundation to prepare them for their futures. Catholic schools educate the total person which is what I value most about teaching at a Catholic school.How has God affirmed that I’ve made the right choice: I am reaffirmed by my decision to teach in a Catholic school daily. Our school is a family. We are all united under the same God and are able to worship God together through school Masses, Adoration, Reconciliation, and service opportunities. I am able to take the daily readings and intertwine their messages into my lesson plans, I am able to start each class period with prayer, I am able to have students write about their faith, and most importantly, I am able to help my students deepen their relationships with God. Family Bio: I teach 6-8 grade ELA and 7-8 grade Science and have 12 years of teaching experience. I have been married to my husband, Andrew, for nine years and we have a 4-year-old daughter, Lila, who will start at St. Joseph School in the fall. I attended St. Joseph School in Marion from Kindergarten-8th grade, Xavier High School in Cedar Rapids, and Loras College in Dubuque. I have 6 younger siblings who also attended St. Joseph School and Xavier High School. Quotes from families applying for 2022-23 STO Tuition assistance “I switched my daughter to Catholic School last year and have noticed she is a lot happier. She is more comfortable and able to focus better on her academics. We love the atmosphere and people. Without this assistance, she would not be able to continue next year”“All my boys love going to our Catholic school. We are so grateful for the chance to fill out this application for financial assistance for tuition. We will be forever grateful for any and all assistance we are granted. Thank you!” ![]() b.zeman@dbqarch.org (563) 556-2580, ext. 296 or visit OurFaithSTO.org |