Education
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Certifications
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Concordia University-Portland
Doctor of Education (Teacher Leadership) April 28, 2018 Grand Valley State University Master's Degree - TESOL May 1, 2010 Grand Valley State University Bachelor's Degree - Language Arts and Elementary Education April 2006 Experience
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National Board Certification
Early-Middle Childhood Literacy: Reading-Language Arts (age 3-12) Expires November 2023 K-12 English as a Second Language K-8 Self-Contained K-5 All Subjects 6-8 Language Arts Expires June 30, 2024 |
Muskegon Public Schools
Muskegon, Michigan
August 2019 - present
ESL Teacher K-8
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Grand Rapids, Michigan
November 2007 - May 2019
Classroom Teacher (Grades 2-5)
Muskegon, Michigan
August 2019 - present
ESL Teacher K-8
- WIDA testing and screening
- Small group support for elementary students to accommodate their language acquisition needs
- Push-in support for elementary students/staff to help with SIOP strategies and supports in the classroom
- Lead a dedicated "ESL" class for identified 6-8th graders with supports in all areas of literacy through journal writing, book clubs, speaking projects, etc.
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Grand Rapids, Michigan
November 2007 - May 2019
Classroom Teacher (Grades 2-5)
- Grade Level Lead Teacher
- M-Step Building Coordinator
- Membership on the Positive Behavior Support & Instructional Leadership Teams
- Teacher Leadership Cohort Member
- Effective use of data to drive instructional decisions and group students for academic success
- Create and foster a safe and caring educational environment for all students to reach their personal potential
- Continual growth through workshops, professional reading and a rapidly expanding PLN to be a better teacher and learner for students
- Passion areas include:
- fostering a growth mindset in students to meet them where they are and help them grow
- integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning
- Utilizing Restorative Practices and Community Circles in the Classroom
