Education
My educational background includes completing my undergraduate degree at
Central Washington University. My major included a focus in K-8 Elementary
Education and a minor in Reading. I have a Master's Degree in School
Administration. My futuristic goal includes completing my PhD. I have had a
wealth of classes, trainings, and professional development in Mathematics,
Reading, Technology and Science. I believe in providing the highest quality
education to all students.
I work hard to keep informed and current in the use of the latest research in
child development and brain research. I attend a wealth of conferences and
courses to bring the best learning possibilities to the classroom.
Teaching Background
My teaching background includes twenty highly successful years working with
children at the elementary level. I have had the opportunity to work with
children from all over the world. I have taught children from many different
cultures and who speak multiple languages.
Philosophy
My philosophy is to create and foster a positive and strong
parent-teacher-child relationship. My philosophy is to provide strong
communication to the family members to insure their child is striving to their
potential. I believe that children should be active in the learning process. The
Curricula that I develop is student-centered and focused on the interests of the
child. My goal is to bring "Learning to Life" and to create an atmosphere that
allows your child to reach their potential!
Interests
My interests include:
Travel, Reading, Marine life, Being active in my OWN child's education (she
is a high school student at Interlake High School in Bellevue), Jazz,
Sports, Writing children's books, dog training for the hearing impaired, and
riding my brand new Harley Davidson Motorcycle!!!
I am a very high energy and active person that works to bring out the best in
the needs of all students.