Ed Talk: The Tale of Two Young Teachers
Join us this spring for an interactive series of monthly virtual events helping you plan a path towards a career in education. Co-sponsored by the Willamette Education Service District and Salem-Keizer Public Schools, these free events are open to any individual interested in learning how to become a teacher.
Our April Ed Talk: The Tale of Two Young Teachers will feature Oregon teachers Tyler (Corvallis SD) and Rebekka (Central SD) Messenger. They are a dynamic husband-and-wife teaching duo with a passion for education and a whole lot of experience between them. Tyler’s been shaping young minds at the primary level for 18 years, while Rebbekka has spent the last decade teaching secondary ELA, Social Studies, and ESOL. Together, they’ve taught across three different places—Colorado, Germany, and now Oregon—bringing unique global perspectives to their classrooms.
Interestingly, teaching wasn’t their first career for either of them. They both made the leap to education later on, and now they’re excited to share what they've learned along the way. From setting healthy work-life boundaries to navigating the highs and lows of teaching at both the primary and secondary levels, and even managing their marriage as fellow educators—they have plenty of stories and insights to offer. It’s a journey full of successes, challenges, and lessons learned, and they can't wait to dive into it all!
Facilitators
Hilda Rosselli, Teacher Talent Liaison Coordinator, WESD Grow Your Own
Nic Hagemann, Teacher Pathway Navigator, WESD Grow Your Own
Date
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time
4:30 PM- 5:30 PM
Location
Virtual Event (Zoom)
Event Fee
Free
Objectives
- Explore the successes, challenges and opportunities of a family with two teachers
- Learn strategies for balancing school, work, and family life as a teacher
- Answer questions about the daily life of being a teacher
Agenda
4:30-4:45 Introduction and community builder
4:45-5:25 Presentation and discussion with Tyler and Rebbekkah on the successes, challenges and opportunities of a family with two teachers.
5:25-5:30 Questions and feedback
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for high school students, instructional assistants, and career changers interested in becoming a teacher in Oregon.
What Should Attendees Bring
Attendees should bring questions they have about balancing life as a teacher with a family.
List Of Future Dates
This is the third of four monthly virtual events occurring this Spring (2025). Scheduled in the late afternoon, the focus of each will be on a timely theme, prompting steps for interested participants to prepare for enrollment in teacher education. Other events include:
- College & Scholarship Essay Writing (1/14/25)- link to event recording
- Navigating a Mentor Teacher Partnership (2/27/25)
- Time and Stress Management/Self Care (May)
Additional Resources/Links/Google Drive
More information about this and future events in the series can be found at https://www.wesd.org/educator-services/gyo/ed-talks and https://becomeanoregoneducator.org/, or by contacting the WESD GYO Teacher Pathway Navigator, Nic Hagemann, at nicholas.hagemann@wesd.org.
Link to WESD Webpage
https://www.wesd.org/gyo
If this event has closed or you have questions, please reach out to Nic Hagemann at nicholas.hagemann@wesd.org or Ela Achen ela.achen@wesd.org.
