BOUCHRA ELGAOU, CTE

Q: What’s your job title?

A: I’m a business and finance teacher at Wakefield High School

Q: How did you get into teaching?

A: I always was passionate about teaching, but it never made sense to do it because back home; I grew up in Morocco and teachers don’t get paid as much there. So, I went into business because it made more sense financially. So I never got to do something that I love until now.

Q: What’s your educational background?

A: I have a masters in business administration.

Q: What school did you go to?

A: East Carolina University

Q: What impact do you hope to make on your students?

A: Before this, I was a business owner as well, I do hope that they learn something from the experience that they have.

Q: I know you said you were passionate about teaching, but what would you be if you weren’t a teacher?

A: Before I became a teacher I was an accountant then a business manager, but I feel like teaching is my passion.

Q: What do you like to do outside of school?

A: Spend time with my family. Both of my daughters play soccer, and I like to watch their games.