"Of course. I teach my students that they're accountable for their own success, and I practice what I preach. Last school year, the team of sixth grade teachers collaborated on a thematic unit about Latin America. Each teacher was responsible for a certain piece of the unit and several daily lesson plans. I worked diligently on all parts assigned to me, because I knew others would be counting on my work, and I wanted to deliver high-quality, thoughtful lessons. I always want to be known as someone who is reliable and goes above and beyond what is expected. That thematic unit was a huge success, as everyone carried their weight, and we were able to develop a creative and highly engaging unit that connected with our students' identities."