Hometown: 

• Whitney Point, NY

Educational Background: 

• MFA Emerging Media: Studio Art and the Computer
• Post Baccalaureate Studio Art
• BA Art, Integrated Education
• BS Secondary Education, General Science
• BA Fine Arts, Theatre

Previous Work / Teaching Experience:

• STEAM Instructor, curriculum design, and education consultant in traditional and nontraditional classroom settings
• Elementary Theatre Program Director
• Art Educator
• ESL Instructor

Specialized Training /Area of Expertise:

• Integrating Social Emotional Learning into academic classes
• ESOL Certification
• ELTA Certification (Engaged Learning Through the Arts)

What I Do at EtB: Learning Specialist 

• North Park Learning Group Instructor
• One-on-one instruction in STEAM content areas

Favorite Color/Food/Movie, etc…

• Color: Moss Green
• Food: Soups or salads (a mixture in a bowl really)
• Movie: The Little Mermaid (1989)
• Sport: Roller Derby

Where you might find me in my free time:

• Skating with Orlando Roller Derby as a player and an official
• Trail Skating
• Hiking and backpacking with my camera
• Creating art
• Reading

What inspires my work with students: 

• As a naturally curious lifelong learner, I hope to encourage and instill a passion for learning while developing confidence and creative problem-solving skills to empower all students to lead fulfilling lives.