Grade Levels
Elementary School
Tutoring Specialties
ADD & ADHD, EL (English Learners), Gifted/Advanced population, Learning Disabilities
Bio
Hello and welcome! I am a dynamic, student-centered elementary educator with 28 years of classroom experience across all elementary content areas. I am a National Board Certified Teacher experienced in designing engaging, standards-aligned lessons that build strong foundations in literacy, math, science, and social studies. I have been a two-time teacher of the year, known for energetic instruction, differentiated strategies, and a warm classroom culture that values curiosity, growth, and a love of learning. I value developmentally appropriate lessons that blend explicit skill instruction based on research-based best teaching and learning practices. I look forward to working together to best meet your students' needs and learning goals.
Teacher Specialization
*READING INITIATIVE TRAINED* • National Board-Certified Teacher; January 2024 – December 2028 • Maryland Educator Certificate; Elementary Education Grades 1-6 & Middle School • LETRS Trained (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling) • MSDE Online Teaching in Maryland Certificate • MSDE Transforming Teaching in a Virtual Blended Environment Certification
