Continuing with our series of interviews, today's interview is with Lindsey Looser. She is the new 7th and 8th grade Science Teacher at Mayeda. Welcome Ms. Looser to the Rooftop family.
Tell us a little about your professional background.
I attended college in Ohio at Bowling Green State University. I majored in Middle Childhood Education, focusing on Science and English Language Arts. After college graduation I spent a year teaching 5th grade students science and language arts.
What subject do you teach at Rooftop and what grade?
I teach 7th and 8th grade Science.
Why did you choose to become a teacher?
Teaching is not only my career, but it is my passion. I discovered this my senior year of high school when I had the opportunity to help teach middle school students. The excitement and enthusiasm I felt for teaching the students led me to the decision of becoming a teacher. As a teacher I get to create, innovate, explore, guide, and lead. I couldn’t ask for a better career.
What's your favorite thing about working with middle schoolers?
Middle school is full of funny, imaginative, and caring students who always put a smile on my face. They are fast-paced and full of energy. I love seeing these qualities in the classroom!
What excites you about working at Rooftop?
Rooftop is such a welcoming school full of awesome students and families. The community and traditions here are both remarkable!
What do you like to do when you are not teaching?
When I am not teaching, I like to go to coffee shops, eat ice cream, go for long runs, spend time outside, spend time with my family, and listen to music.
The blog has been on a hiatus lately, but we have some great posts coming up! This recent post is about Ms. Sheila. If you haven't met her before, you should. Introduce yourself next time you see her. You can usually find her on the Burnett campus. She is incredibly warm, and our kids are so lucky to have her be part of our community. Recently, Principal Slater mentioned that Ms. Sheila has been riding the bus with our kids. We are fortunate that Rooftop has an active PTA that is able to fund her extra hours to support our children! So without further ado please meet Ms. Sheila....
I heard your kids went to Rooftop. Is that true? When?
Yes my daughter, Iyahna,went to Rooftop and graduated in 2009. Iyahna attends Howard University College in Washington D.C. My nephews and nieces graduated from Rooftop as well.
How are you involved at Rooftop?
I'm a Para Professional Employee at Rooftop, and very much involved with the safety of all the students.I have always been involved with Rooftop before being an employee, through volunteer work and PTA when my nieces, nephews and daughter attended.
What excites you about working at Rooftop?
Everything at Rooftop excites me. Even though there are challenging situations, I always enjoy working with the students and faculty. Working with kids is one of my greatest passion. It is an honor for me to be given the opportunity to be part of the Rooftop family.
What is your favorite thing about working with kids?
Kids always brighten my day because they bring positive energy into my life. The most important thing I enjoy about working with kids of all ages, is to be able to build a safe environment and relationship. I love supporting my Rooftop kids in school activities or extracurricular activities, for example soccer, music, drama, dancing and football.
What do you want the community to know about you?
I'm a single parent with two children, one boy and one girl. I'm a native of San Francisco and live in the twin peaks/diamond heights area. I'm kid friendly and most of my past jobs have been working with kids. I have been part of the Rooftop family since 1995. I studiedBusiness Administration with a concentration in Economics at Sacramento State University. My hobbies are dancing, crochet, walking, watching sports, playing pool and helping others. I'm a team player and I believe in working together will make a difference.
Do you think riding the bus has made a difference? Why?
Yes. most definitely. Parents main concern is safety and to make sure their children can arrive to school on time. Having an adult chaperon on the bus at all times will help minimize the behavior issues during travel time. Also to help the driver to stay focused on the road.
Thanks Ms. Sheila for everything you do, and thank you to the Rooftop community. We would not be able to fund great programs like the "extra hours" for Ms. Sheila without your generosity. To learn more about how and why we fundraise go here
