Educator

“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field.
I’ll meet you there.”
–Rumi

My vision for education is to:

create learning environments and communities founded on relationship and belonging that are sensitive to the social-emotional needs of those in the learning community
embrace challenge, learning and growth of the whole person
inspire curiosity and engagement
explore life’s big questions
foster a commitment to excellence
engage people in a diversity of ways
creatively approach the joy and work of learning

Background

Experience

Teacher
- 2nd Grade
- 2nd/3rd Grade English Dual Language
- 5th Grade
- 5th/6th Grade Blended Classroom
- 4th-8th Grade Gifted and Talented
- 6th-8th Grade science/social studies (100% refugee students)
- 9th Grade World Religions (100% refugee students)
- 9th Grade Intro Seminar
- 10th Grade ELA
- 11th Grade US History (100% refugee students)
- Substitute (Short and Long-term)
Religious Educator
- preschool through adult
- Teaching Assistant for graduate level Intro to Pastoral Care course
- Teaching preceptor for graduate level Scripture Reading Practicum for 1st year MDiv students
Outdoor Programs Facilitator
Canoe Instructor
Wilderness Trip Leader
Swim Instructor
Tutor

Skills

Curriculum Planning using Curriculum by Design, Project Based Learning, EL Education and creative integration of themes
Community building with a focus on belonging
One-on-one mentoring and support
American Canoe Association (Flatwater Canoe Instructor)
American Red Cross (Lifeguarding and CPR/First Aid)
Wilderness Medical Associates (Wilderness First Aid)
Mental Health First Aid

Interests