Experience Summary
I graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2002 and immediately began my teaching career by substituting in Hillsborough County. Before the school year ended I was offered a full-time teaching position as a second grade teacher. After transferring to Pasco County I received my M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration of Instructional Technology. I continued teaching at the elementary level for the following six years. Beginning my second year teaching I took on a leadership role which allowed me to work with interns and work as a team leader. For the past two years I have worked as a private tutor for students grades K-5. I hold a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in the areas of Elementary Education (K-5), Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum (5-9), and Physical Education. I am also classified as a Highly Qualified Teacher as defined by the stated of Florida
Teaching Style
I am an energetic, exciting teacher. I feel students learn best when they are constantly engaged. By planning interesting lessons and activities I have had the repeated opportunity to not only watch children succeed, but genuinely enjoy learning. I am motivated by finding ways to reach each student and help them discover what motivates them. I love working with a team of professionals who can share teaching ideas and strategies that have worked and failed. I know all students can succeed and have learned that even the smallest accomplishments contribute towards reaching the long term goal.