Ms. Clarisse Macaraig earned a Bachelor of Secondary Education in English. She grew up in the Philippines and was raised by a family of educators. Her mom was a teacher who inspired her to pursue the teaching profession. She has been in the profession since 2010. She started working at schools in the Philippines and moved to Casa Grande, Arizona, in 2014. Vista Grande High School has been her second home since moving to the United States. Her passion for teaching, coupled by her desire to make a difference, drive her to be at her best inside the classroom. She is committed to provide a quality and safe learning environment for globally competitive individuals. As a foreign worker in the United States, she understands that being prepared for the world of work is vital to success and survival. She is willing to offer service above and beyond for the betterment of her students so they can face the world outside high school.