Listen "“Not Being Afraid” with Ayoko Vias"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textAfter more than two decades in project management and administration, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted Ayoko Vias’ career and left her unemployed. Then, she found herself stepping into a kindergarten classroom in Togo, West Africa, and discovered her true calling. In this episode, Ayoko reflects on her journey from office manager and event planner to international school educator. She shares how her personal leap of faith turned into a passion for teaching, the lessons she strives to instill in her students, and the ways she balances challenges with joy in the classroom. Get your FREE GUIDE ➡️ 100+ AI Prompts to Save Teachers Time This free, teacher-tested resource is packed with over 100 AI prompts across 10 categories to help you lighten your load and reclaim your time. Moreland University can help you create the teaching career of your dreams. Get your U.S. teaching license in as little as 9 months Earn a master's degree in 12 months Keep growing with professional developmentLearn more at moreland.eduThanks for listening to Front of the Class: Real Stories From Real Educators. Keep the conversation going with us on social: Instagram: @frontoftheclass.podcast TikTok: @frontoftheclass.podcast Want to jumpstart or grow your teaching career? Moreland University's 100% online TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program can help you get certified in as little as 9 months. Moreland also offers master's degrees in high-demand areas that can be completed 12 months.
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