My teaching career has primarily been as a Language Arts teacher. These experiences, combined with teaching social studies and public speaking, have highlighted the importance of proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
I have been fortunate in my career to have served in multiple leadership capacities, both within my division and schoolwide. Some of my strengths in this area lie in collaboration and communication.
Teaching has allowed me to flex creative muscles, both in how I conduct my class and how I incorporate the arts into my practice. Whether a gamified unit or theatrical presentation, I consistently look for ways to foster creativity in the classroom.
Engaging students in learning through fun and meaningful class activities.
Redesigning assessments and curriculum to move toward standards-based learning.
Delivering lessons and conducting assessments through Google Education Suite.
Presenting learning and teaching experiences at international educator conferences.
Hosting school events and functions – both professional and social – as master of ceremonies.
Interfacing with admin and other middle-level leaders on divisional issues, programs, and plans for the future.
Organizing and facilitating purpose-driven, task-oriented meetings with teaching colleagues.
Collaborating with colleagues on event planning.
Fostering creative storytelling in student clubs, such as Dungeons and Dragons or Drama.
Collaborating with colleagues on theatrical, comedic, and musical performances.
Designing activities and assessments that boost student creativity and agency in the classroom.
Incorporating role-playing games and video-game mechanics into classroom activities and class management.