Experience Summary
I have a Bachelor’s Degree with a double major in Biology/Science Education and a Master’s Degree in Gifted Education. I have 9 years of experience in the High School classroom and 1 year of experience in a University setting. I have received Accommodations from my State Senator and State Representative for my work as an educator. I was chosen as 1 of 20 teachers in the state of Oklahoma to participate in the Teachers in Space Program. I have served on the Board of Directors for Odyssey of the Mind, and led the Future Teachers of America Program as State Director.
Teaching Style
My Physics class had the chance to work with machinery used in vocational careers. I also taught Teacher Cadets, a class for students interested in the field of Education. During the last six-weeks students completed a student teaching experience working with K-12 teachers. My physics students competed in several engineering contests, (paper airplane, egg drop, rubber band car, etc.) which provided several students scholarships. My biology class did soil testing for the local citizens. These are a couple of examples I utilize in my classroom. I want my students to understand the material, not just memorize it. I use an assortment of activities and hands-on techniques to achieve this objective.