What happens when someone who never planned to be a teacher ends up changing students' lives around the world? In this inspiring and refreshingly honest episode, Miya Hourani (a middle school language arts teacher in Kuwait) takes us on her unexpected journey into education — from saying "no thanks" to teaching to becoming a passionate international educator. She opens up about cultural curveballs, meaningful student connections, and those powerful “this is why I teach” moments that every educator can relate to. But also doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff either—sharing the challenges, growth, and mindset shifts that have shaped her along the way. If you've ever doubted your path, needed a reminder of your impact, or just love a good story about following your heart (and passport!), this episode is for you.
Want to learn more about Miya's teaching journey (including how she landed her dream job)? Check out this blog post.
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