Today’s #StaffSpotlight highlights Program Director and Employee of the Month for March, Nate Thies! When Nate was nominated for employee of the month, his nominator said, “It has been very enjoyable to team up with Nate. His leadership style gives his teammates that very feeling – that we are on the same team, and in this together.”
We asked Nate some questions to get to know him better. Read on to see his answers!
- What are 3 words to describe CIS of Mid-America?
- Rewarding
- Supportive
- Caring
- What is your favorite thing about working at Communities In Schools of Mid-America?
- I really enjoy working with and learning from the people that make up our amazing organization and the opportunity to have possible life-changing impacts on the students and families that we work with.
- What advice do you have for kids who are struggling in school?
- Believe in yourself, trust your abilities, and never be afraid to ask for help from your support system.
- What’s one thing you couldn’t live without?
- Indoor plumbing.
- Favorite quote/advice
- “Don’t listen to criticism from someone you wouldn’t take advice from.”
- Where is your favorite place to be?
- On a beach.
- Which cartoon character would you most like to switch lives with?
- Lightning McQueen.
- If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
- Sign language.
- If you were stuck on an island, what three things would you bring?
- A lighter for fire
- Something to hunt with
- My bed…I’m all about personal comforts 😊
- You’re hosting a dinner party. Who are the 3 people, living or dead, who you would invite?
- My parents, my college basketball coach, and my high school basketball coach – all three have had major impacts on forming my own personal values and shaping who I am today.