Transition to Teaching

I've always known I would be a teacher. Through my school years, college and then a Navy career, I not only had a love of learning but a greater love of sharing what I had learned with others. I decided that upon retirement from active duty, I would find a way to serve in a classroom. I had been a scoutmaster, Sunday school teacher and now I wanted to be a high school social studies teacher.

I had heard of the Troops to Teachers Program but at the Transition Assistance Program Brief, it seemed to be a good fit. The best part was the mentorship and counseling on how to become certified, how to become known to the education community in a new area, and finally how to help others. The TTT Program does provide for a monetary bonus, which is appreciated, but the best part was knowing there was someone else out there to assist.

For those looking to become teachers, take a look at the Troops to Teachers website: www.proudtoserveagain.com. Completing the registration can get the ball rolling. I have been teaching now for five years and know that like any transition, it's full of uncertainty but also with hope and opportunity. I made the right decision. Consider it too...

(Submitted by Capt. Gary Lovgren)