First Lady Jill Biden has shared a heartfelt update that marks the end of an era. After more than 40 years of teaching, she announced that she is officially retiring, closing a chapter that has shaped her life and identity. Biden, who has balanced her role as First Lady with her career as a professor at Northern Virginia Community College.

Spoke with emotion as she addressed teachers during a nationwide virtual event. Teaching, she explained, was never just a job but a calling that connected her to students from all walks of life. Over the years, she became known for her passion, empathy, and dedication to helping students discover their potential. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to stand in front of a classroom and watch my students grow.

She said, expressing deep gratitude for her colleagues and the education community. Her decision to step away from the classroom, she admitted, was bittersweet. While she looks forward to focusing more on initiatives as First Lady and spending time with her family, leaving teaching behind feels like saying goodbye to a part of herself.

Supporters and educators across the country praised her commitment, noting that she continued to teach even while serving in the White House — a first for any First Lady. Her retirement is being celebrated as an inspiration for lifelong dedication to education and public service, proving that passion for teaching can thrive at any stage of life.