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Paul Robbins

Undergraduate major or graduate field of study: Physics

Subject area(s) and grade level teaching focus: Physics, Mathematics, grades 9-12

Category of scholarship/fellowship:
Master Teaching Fellow

Name of Noyce institution:
Arizona State University TEAMS Masters Program

Current academic or teaching status:
Master's Student

School and school district:
Brimhall Junior High, Mesa Public School District

Background:

I am married with three small children. I love my family and participating in the community in whatever way possible. I have always been passionate about teaching, but it has taken me a while to realize that it is my desired profession. I graduated with my first degree in construction management and worked in that field for several years. I eventually realized that money was far less important than I thought. I am excited to now do something that I am truly enthusiastic about.

Why do you want to teach:

I think the world has a shortage of quality teachers who sincerely care about the success of their students. I can relate well to teenagers and often think they are simply misunderstood a lot of the time. I am excited for the opportunity to peak their interest in science and prepare them for success in a college education and life.

Describe a memorable teaching experience:

My most memorable teaching experiences involve my children. So many times you don’t think they are listening and then one day they surprise you. I have heard many stories of teachers who experience something similar from students who contact them many years after being in their class to express how the teacher made a difference in their lives.

What does the Noyce program mean to you:

The Noyce program has made my certification possible. With a young family to take care of, I would not have been able to complete this Masters program without the aid that came from the Noyce scholarship.

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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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