Some teachers become involved in education to realize the rewards of imparting some kernel of wisdom, to be employed and appreciated by another. For some students, these valuable lessons can include tips on how to read Faulkner or breeze through physics problem sets. Other teachers use life experience to help others through difficult times.

When Sally DiMuzio survived breast cancer in 2002, she discovered a longing to use her experience with the disease to educate and assist others. The survivor retired from her 30-year career in education at Mariemont High School in Ohio and began teaching a wellness program for cancer patients, the Springfield News-Sun reports.

The program, "Healthy Steps", is offered at the Wellness Center in Blue Ash, and encourages exercises that are physically and psychologically beneficial for cancer patients. During her own recovery, DiMuzio was first introduced to the program, which was designed by Sherry Lebed Davis a dance movement therapist.

"Range-of-motion, balance and endurance are negatively affected by cancer treatment," DiMuzio told the news source. "The purpose is to improve students’ quality of life, both physically and mentally. Wellness is just as much about attitude as it is about the body."

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 479,000 new teacher positions will be created by 2016.