Staff Spotlight: Stephanie Gross

Kindergarten assistant at Rosa Parks Elementary

"I am so proud to be a part of the Rosa Parks family! We are a strong group of educators linked together to give our students the firm foundation for their educational journey. One of my personal goals as an educator is to inspire the love of learning. I believe if a student is engaged in a learning activity surrounded by a fun and caring environment, he or she will develop the love of learning.

"An important part of my job is to show the students that I care for them, and most importantly, I believe in them. Although working with kindergarten students may be challenging at times, watching them learn, grow as individuals and succeed is truly a joy! When a student finally learns to read and the light bulb turns on, their smile is priceless. 

"Loving what you do is a vital element in education, and I absolutely love what I do."