I'm a certified elementary school teacher currently in a 5th-grade classroom, where I focus on social studies and English. I studied history at Cardiff University, where I wrote my dissertation on U.S. history, which gave me a solid grounding in historical analysis, close reading, and writing — skills I draw on every day in the classroom. Coming from the British education system and now teaching in the U.S., I've picked up a real appreciation for different approaches to teaching, and I think...
I'm a certified elementary school teacher currently in a 5th-grade classroom, where I focus on social studies and English. I studied history at Cardiff University, where I wrote my dissertation on U.S. history, which gave me a solid grounding in historical analysis, close reading, and writing — skills I draw on every day in the classroom. Coming from the British education system and now teaching in the U.S., I've picked up a real appreciation for different approaches to teaching, and I think that perspective helps me reach students in ways that build both their critical thinking and their literacy.
Day to day, I'm working with students on everything from unpacking complex texts to understanding historical ideas to getting their thoughts down clearly in writing. Beyond whole-class instruction, I also work with students one-on-one to sharpen their English skills — reading comprehension, vocabulary, written expression. I believe in pushing students to do more than they think they can, but I also know that only works when the learning feels relevant and engaging. So I'm big on clear, scaffolded instruction paired with good questions and hands-on strategies that keep kids invested and give them real ownership over what they're learning.
Over the years, I've taught students from 3rd through 8th grade in just about every setting — whole class, small group, and individual — and I've also tutored high schoolers in government. That range has given me a strong sense of where students tend to struggle and where they're ready to be stretched. Whether I'm helping a student shore up foundational skills or pushing a strong reader to think more deeply, my focus is always the same: build confidence, build independence, and create the kind of environment where students feel safe enough to ask questions, take risks, and genuinely grow.
