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Kayla Smith

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Bio

Hello! My name is Kayla Smith, and I'm an aspiring educator currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at the University of South Alabama. From a young age, I’ve been passionate about teaching, especially at the elementary level, where I believe I can make a real difference in young lives. Growing up, I faced personal challenges that have shaped who I am today, influencing my teaching philosophy. I’m committed to creating a nurturing and welcoming environment for my future students. I'm also deeply involved on campus, spending much of my time giving tours to prospective and incoming students, and I love getting involved in activities that make our community a better place.

Education

University of South Alabama

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Education, General
  • GPA:
    3.6

University of South Alabama

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Education, General
  • GPA:
    3.6

Ramsay High School

High School
2019 - 2022
  • GPA:
    3.5

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Education, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Education

    • Dream career goals:

      Elementary Education Teacher

    • Tour Guide

      University of South Alabama Perspective Student Program
      2023 – Present2 years
    • Snow cone Maker

      Birmingham Southern Snow
      2020 – Present5 years
    • Cashier

      Michaels
      2022 – Present3 years

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Varsity
    2016 – 20204 years

    Arts

    • Jewelry
      2019 – Present
    • Art III

      Visual Arts
      Present
    • High School Theatre

      Theatre
      Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Women of Excellence — Sisterhood Committee
      2025 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Circle K International — Committee Board
      2024 – Present
    • Volunteering

      McWane Science Center — Teen Volunteer
      Present
    • Advocacy

      Green Team Club
      Present
    • Volunteering

      School Key Club
      Present

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Sandy Jenkins Excellence in Early Childhood Education Scholarship
    Winner
    From the time I was a child, I knew that teaching was what I wanted to do as a career. I can vividly remember using my younger sister as well as any stuffed animals I could find, and making use of furniture around the house to create an atmosphere that resembled a classroom. Growing up, I realized this project provided me with a great opportunity to express my creativity. I look at teaching as a way to serve the community. It is both an outlet for creativity and a chance to impact the lives of future successors. I strive to understand the mind of a child in order to develop techniques that are effective for each child in my practice. I hope to introduce new concepts and provide strategies to help students understand these concepts better. The most effective teachers inspire students to work hard and push themselves, and I hope my work, time, and effort will make a significant contribution to a child's success. It is the youth who form the backbone of a community. They are dreamers possessing incredible potential that will be turned into accomplishments. Providing them with constructive motivation and a shoulder to lean on can give them both hope and brighten their future outlook. As a future educator, my goal is to provide students of the future with a stable resource. This resource will be one that they can turn to when they need help not only in terms of their academics. Whether it’s personal or school-related, I want my students to know that I am always present and available. Passion can be defined as a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement regarding a particular subject or subject matter. Passion is said to be the basis of effective teaching. A strong sense of passion ignites within me when I think about the possibility of inspiring students and creating opportunities that can change their lives. It is teachers who shape society's future leaders to build positive future generations. A teacher's commitment and dedication to students and their learning are important elements in developing a passion for teaching. I am hoping that my passion for my work will inspire and awaken the learning desire in students. With their incredible potential, youth seem to be crucial to shaping the future. The passion for teaching that I have, stems from my goal of encouraging students to achieve their life objectives, transfer their talents, and achieve their full potential throughout my career.
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