Tom
WCTFCU Member since 2012
School Holy Cross High School
Position Principal
Years in Education 1 year
What do you LOVE about Teaching? "The best part of my job is the day-to-day process, good times and bad, with the kids. My education was so important in my life, and I don't mean just the classroom experience. It was the people, the relationships, the wondering, the exploration. I always felt at home in that environment."
Why did you join the WCTFCU? "My friend informed me of the collegiality of the people working at the Credit Union, and the advantageous rates for educators; for loans, cars, tuition, etc.."
How have you used WCTFCU?
"For me, and my family, to pursue goals and fulfill needs as the years have gone on."
Althea
WCTFCU Member since 2012
School Great Plains Elementary School
Position 5th Grade Teacher
Years Teaching 14 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"I love connecting with my students and seeing that 'Aha Moment' when they figure out a problem. "
Teaching Pro-Tip
"Always bring humor to the classroom. It makes learning fun."
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"I became a WCTFCU Member because of the low APR that was offered, and that my whole family could join. I like being able to talk to an in-school WCTFCU representative about my finances, when they come to my school."
How have you used WCTFCU?"
"I use WCTFCU for both my checking & savings, as well as personal and car loans. I got the best deals in town!"
Sandy
WCTFCU Member since 2014
School Westside Middle School Academy
Position Administrative Assistant
Years in Education 9 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"Even though I am not a certified teacher, I still get to teach the kids about kindness, responsibility and respect. I love to watch them come in as 6th graders & leave as young adults by their 8th grade year.."
Pro-Tip
"Be Kind!"
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"As a single parent, I wanted to consolidate my credit cards, and WCTFCU did an amazing job helping me out with that."
How have you used WCTFCU?
"Keeping my staff up-to-date with what WCTFCU has to offer."
Rachel
WCTFCU Member since 2018
School Standley Rough Elementary
Position Kindergarten Teacher
Years Teaching 5 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"The kids! 100%. I do, what I do, because I love working with my kids and helping them grow."
Teaching Pro-Tip
"Find a Teacher Squad and hold onto them tightly. They understand and will get you through!"
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"I needed a bank that would help me save money without a ton of fees."
How have you used WCTFCU?
"I used WCTFCU for my auto Loan and I opened a CD!"
Maureen
WCTFCU Member since 2016
School East Ridge Middle School
Position Social Studies Teacher
Years Teaching 14 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"I love the interactions and dynamics of the students."
Teaching Pro-Tip
"Be patient and be kind. I always remember I am teaching students for life, not for life, not just the year."
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"I became a Member because I believe in the power of a Credit Union. Members working together to support each other, and their financial needs are very important. The CU Members help each other by the power of our numbers. WCTFCU is able to offer great rates and the staff are so personable & welcoming. They remind me of the small town bank I used as a child."
How have you used WCTFCU?
"I use WCTFCU for a checking and a savings account. We have several loans through the CU including Car Loans, Parent Plus Loans, and a Home Equity Loan. My children also have accounts with WCTFCU."
Trent
WCTFCU Member since 2015
School Newtown High School
Position Teacher; Freshman Earth Science, and Jr/Sr Oceanography & Astronomy
Years Teaching 20 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"The 'Oooooooooh! Moment'. That moment when the student 'gets it'. Sometimes it happens in class, school or years after they graduate."
Teaching Pro-Tip "Find one thing students will remember you for, and OWN IT! I wear Hawaiian shirts every day. It's my thing!"
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"A tight knit community that is there to help us. Employees take their time to get to know you & are connected with our financial needs. It is a people-first banking institution."
How have you used WCTFCU?" "Savings Accounts for both my children. These savings accounts are THE BEST AROUND. Plus 2 Car Loans - Local Banks & Dealerships could not touch the WCTFCU rate!"
Theresa
WCTFCU Member since 2007
School RMT Johnson Elementary School
Position 4th Grade Teacher
Years Teaching 14 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"I always loved working with children. I knew since I was in 1st Grade, that I wanted to be a teacher. I love being able to use my creativity to inspire and educate others."
Teaching Pro-Tip "If you are expecting or having a child, look into a WCTFCU Head-Start Savings Account. It's a great way to get a college account started."
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"When my husband (also a teacher) and I were married in 2008, we opened up an account at WCTFCU because they have the best benefits for teachers.."
How have you used WCTFCU? "For all our financial needs!"
Suzanne
WCTFCU Member since 2010
School Sprague Elementary School
Position First Grade Teacher
Years Teaching 19 years
What do you LOVE about Teaching?
"Making a difference!"
Teaching Pro-Tip
"Go in everyday with the attitude that you can make a difference!"
Why did you join the WCTFCU?
"The Personal Service!"
How have you used WCTFCU?
"Car Loan, Visa Credit Card, Savings & Checking Accounts. Both my children have accounts also."