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Noyce Scholar Profile

Hazel Araux

Undergraduate major or graduate field of study: Mathematics

Subject area(s) and grade level teaching focus: Mathematics, grades 6-12

Category of scholarship/fellowship:
Noyce Scholar

Name of Noyce institution:
California State University Dominguez Hills

Current academic or teaching status:
Senior

School and school district:
N/A

Background:

I am a studying mathematics and secondary education at California State University Dominguez Hills. I am part of the Noyce scholars program.

Why do you want to teach:

I want to be able to make a difference when I become a teacher. I was very fortunate to have the greatest teachers and professors throughout my scholastic years, and they made a great impact on my life. Making a lasting and positive impression is exactly what I want to do for the students I teach. I love to teach and help others.

Describe a memorable teaching experience:

One of the most memorable teaching experiences was when I was a freshman in college. I was offered a tutoring position for a group of students for a pre-calculus class. I walked in the classroom with no experience, and was extremely nervous. I began tutoring, and the entire two hour session was very smooth. I was able to accommodate all the students and all their questions, and they were able to understand everything I taught them. After the tutoring was over, I received compliments from all the students; they even told me that I would be a great teacher. After this first session of tutoring, I was motivated to continue tutoring the students throughout the semester, and as a result, they all passed and thanked me. I can say that up to this day when I come across them, they still thank me. I was proud that I was able to make a difference and motivate them to pass. It was a great feeling for me to be able to help them, and this is what really pushed me to becoming a teacher.

What does the Noyce program mean to you:

The Noyce program has helped me to stay on track, even through rough times. I would consider the Noyce program as my mentor, counselor, inspiration, and financial provider. If it was not for the program, I would be lost and behind with my schooling. The Noyce staff has been especially wonderful with me. They have treated me like family. I am both thankful and proud to be part of such an outstanding program.

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under Grant Numbers DUE-2041597 and DUE-1548986. Any opinions, findings, interpretations, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of its authors and do not represent the views of the AAAS Board of Directors, the Council of AAAS, AAAS’ membership or the National Science Foundation.

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