As an educator, I find it imperative to develop meaningful relationships and create an environment where students learn to communicate, problem solve, and are engaged in experiences that foster their love for learning and love for our community. I believe in developing the whole child and creating a safe environment for children to thrive and celebrate their uniqueness. 
 

For the 2023/24 school year, I ran and taught at The Learning Garden, a small group learning pod for homeschool children. We placed our focus on Math and Literacy, using curriculums such as “The Good and the Beautiful” and “Moving Beyond the Page,” to serve as guidelines for our learning. I incorporated hands-on, project based learning experiences to enhance the curriculums and meet the needs and interests of my students. Within our Literacy block, we read various genres and numerous novels. I taught vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and writing through an interdisciplinary literacy model. Social Studies is weaved into our Literacy sessions. In addition to academically focused lessons,  I  also fostered nature exploration, taking educational trips, and building relationships.

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I have been an elementary educator for more than a decade. I earned a Master of Science from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a Literacy Endorsement from Indiana University. I previously was a Learning Specialist at Seacrest Country Day School, specifically working with students who have language-based and executive functioning differences. I additionally taught First and Second grade at Seacrest. Prior to teaching at Seacrest, I taught K-5th grade both in Philadelphia and New York City, with experiences at charter and private International Baccalaureate schools. In Philadelphia, I served as a Teach for America Corps member. I have attended various professional development training such as Fountas and Pinnell, Reading and Writing Workshop model, IB Curriculum, and Orton Gillingham.