New Affton Teacher Q&A: Andrew Dawson, ESL

Name:              Andrew Dawson                                                 

Grade/Position: ESL K-2                                           

Welcome to Affton! Tell us about your new job. What will you be doing? 

I will be teaching English skills focused on reading, writing, listening and speaking with students who have English as a second language.

Where did you come from? What background are you bringing to our schools?

I live in Troy, IL, and have previously taught in Florida, Oregon, and St. Louis for the past 7 years.

What are you most looking forward to this school year?

I am excited to meet the new students and families that are a part of the Affton community.

Tell us about your family. Who supports you?

I have a loving wife, who is a third grade teacher in Illinois and a brand new beautiful 3 month old daughter.

What is the most embarrassing song on your ipod?

Backstreet Boys – my wife had to play it in our wedding.