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Spotlight on ... Nasrin Dahir

Position: Teaching assistant at St Paul's Nursery School and Children's Centre in Bristol

- How do you feel about being a finalist in the 2009 Teaching Awards forBest Teaching Assistant?

I only found out a few weeks ago and am very happy about it. Myheadteacher nominated me for the award a few months ago. It was a verynice surprise.

- When will you find out if you have won?

I am really looking forward to the award ceremony next month and willonly then find out if I have won for Best Teaching Assistant. Eachwinner of the 12 categories receives a 'Plato' award - a small trophy -and each finalist receives a certificate.

- How long have you worked as a teaching assistant?

I have worked at St Paul's as a teaching assistant since 2004. I amoriginally from Holland and moved here in 2000 to pursue a teachingcareer. I will finish my foundation degree this month and hope to startmy GTP (Graduate Teaching Programme) next year.

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