Suze Weed is no stranger to Alabama Christian Academy (ACA). The school holds a special place in her heart, and it’s been a part of her life for a long time. She’s been fortunate to share in its rich history since the age of six and witness the impact that it’s made on numerous children’s lives. She graduated from ACA, her three children graduated from ACA, and her mom and aunt were teachers at the school. And now, she’s been fortunate to carry the torch and teach at an institution where she speaks to God daily.
Suze attended college at Auburn University in Montgomery and earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Over the years, she’s taught students from K2 – 1st and loved working with younger students. When a 4th-grade position opened at ACA, she decided to step out of her comfort zone and try something new while teaching older students. She thoroughly enjoys the age and grade.
As a teacher, she’s prepared to wear multiple hats. Her teacher’s hat: she finds several ways of educating her students when there’s no perfect curriculum. A mother’s hat: Loving her students like they are her own. Counselor’s hat: Being there for her students through tough times. Policeman’s hat: Disciplining students when it’s not her favorite thing to do. A nurse’s hat: She takes care of the bumps, bruises, and fevers. And finally, a judge’s hat: Teaching students to value others’ opinions and find a compromise.
Though teaching is rewarding, and the hours appear specific, Suze shares, “Teaching is not an 8 – 3 job. I think about students before, during, after school, and on the weekends. When I am out in public, and I mention my 40 kids, I get funny looks. I realize I should clarify I’m a teacher.”
Her main goals are doing her best to challenge the advanced students and help struggling students succeed. She desires to reach all her students, even if that means using different tools, resources, and ways to educate them. She finds ways to pique their interest, strike curiosity, and teach them how to love, be respectful, show kindness, and strive to be like Jesus.
Suze Weed has been married to Carmel Weed for almost 26 years. They have three children: Griffen, Laney, and Ella. She resides in Montgomery, AL.
