My family has always been supportive of me in this journey of teaching. I appreciate the encouragement they have given me during my adventures of helping little ones learn.
About
This is my wonderful family!
First let me say: I am truly fond of the little one's. They bring joy to all that is around them.
Hello,
My name is Janell Smith and this is my thirteenth year at Southwest City Elementary. Previously, I taught at Head Start in Arkansas for several years. I began my love of teaching little children when I had to take care of my youngest sister; 13 years younger than myself. I grew up in a small town in Arkansas with 2 brothers and 3 sisters and wanted to see bigger towns and visit places I had never seen. This yearning of seeing more of my world took me on a journey that I will never forget. As I got older I had an opportunity to see the world as a Flight Attendant. As I began my own family, I wanted to be home more and watch my own children grow up. I began looking for a career that would allow that and for me to find satisfaction in knowing that I could make a difference in someone else's life that wants to know more about the world around them. I chose a career that came natural for me...teaching little one's. Thank you for allowing me to be one of those people who prod your child to do their best at everything!