Hi! My name is Jade Chavez I am 19 years old. I am a Teacher Education Program (TEP) student at Jacksonville State University. I have been around children my whole life. Growing up I cared for my siblings and I always enjoyed it! I started substitute teaching after I graduated high school. I love working with children and having the opportunity to change and impact their lives! I have then proved that teaching was what I was made for. I love being in the classroom and helping children in every way possible. I have made connections with students in classes I have subbed for and it is such an amazing feeling when they are excited to see me again! I am sure that teaching is one of my purposes in life.