Middle School Teacher
Glenn L. Downs
Eric is one of the Foundation’s newest faculty members! Eric made his faculty debut as a mentor for the AZ We the People Summer Institute in June 2019 and was exceptional. His professionalism and knowledge of the program allowed him to facilitate as though he had been a mentor for years. He was an active member of each planning meeting. His insight to the program as a middle school teacher provided valuable ideas and strategies for a successful institute. His preparation prior to the event was evident in his ability to facilitate his sessions successfully. He is patient while facilitating and seeks to make sure training participants are engaged during lessons. Eric’s encouraging attitude and calm persona provide participants with the confidence they need to learn something new and paves the way for implementation. Participants can easily relate, creating a positive learning environment. It is not an easy task to begin implementing a new curriculum but Eric is always willing to offer additional guidance to assure new teachers that they can be successful.
