I am a caring teacher, skilled in effective communication and passionate about inspiring students to love learning. I create dynamic and engaging lessons to foster student growth and success. I build strong connections with students, families, and colleagues. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I have certification in both Kansas K-6 and Missouri 1-6. I taught 1st and 2nd grade for 30 years before retiring in 2025. I participated in after school tutoring during my tenure as a...
I am a caring teacher, skilled in effective communication and passionate about inspiring students to love learning. I create dynamic and engaging lessons to foster student growth and success. I build strong connections with students, families, and colleagues. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I have certification in both Kansas K-6 and Missouri 1-6. I taught 1st and 2nd grade for 30 years before retiring in 2025. I participated in after school tutoring during my tenure as a teacher. I also was a tutor at Sylvan Learning Center. I am trained in LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling). I am currently employed as an Educational Aide assisting students K-6 in phonics and reading. I provide hands-on math lessons using manipulatives.