The beginning is the most important part of the work-Plato
My First Job Experience

February 1st, 2013. The American Space, Oujda, Morocco.
Teaching
During my college years, I have always had a passion for teaching. It all started when I have decided to participate in workshops and activities that were organized by a Peace Corps volunteer at the American Corner which is now called “The American Space”. In February 2013, I remember the workshop “Passport to Success” was a chance for many English enthusiast to gather and share their excitement of facilitating and learning.
His first advice for me was to smile and show a positive attitude as much as possible for that determines how students would react and engage in the class. Yes, I was shy and hesitant to participate when the chance was given. “Stephan B.” was an energetic, passionate, and hardworking individual who has taught us that teaching requires not only knowledge but also attitude and energy. His guidance and support has helped and paved the way for me to choose teaching as a career. Then, I applied for a job that provided the perfect chance for me to use and improve what I have learned.

Peace corps
The experience was all different for me, it was exciting. From the job description, the opportunity encompassed all that I could ask for in a job, I must repeat; it was different. As a Language and Cultural Facilitator (LCF), I was to perform a variety of tasks related to facilitating language and culture, teaching, translating, acting as a community resource, and others. These responsibilities pushed me to do and learn more. They say your firsts are memorable; your first car, your first day at work, your first time visiting a place and the list goes on. I could never forget how excited I was during our first training of trainers (TOT). Before we were assigned at our sites, we received an intensive two weeks training on teaching practices, and language and culture facilitating techniques. It was also a sort of selection process that required completing certain tasks and assignments to be selected for the job position. All candidates showed commitment and eagerness to learn and share their knowledge throughout the TOT. One thing that made the experience even more exciting was that participants were from all around Morocco which was a chance for us to connect and share our language and cultural diversity. I was the only one from the North-Eastern part of Morocco (Rif). It was indeed a rich and valuable experience to share my culture and Tarifit language with other participants, the Peace Corps Volunteers and staff. By the end of the training, everyone was given the name of their community based training (host community). I was very excited to know that I will be working in Moulay Idriss Zerhoune, Meknes. And then, the journey working as a Language and Cultural Facilitator for the Peace Corps began.
The Small Town Between the Two Hills
Have you ever been to a place you have liked so much that you want to write about? I have to say that it made me feel home. Before I arrived at my destination where I was supposed to work for three months. The stories and ….
