I bring nearly 30 years of experience in education, including elementary and middle school teaching, special education, tutoring, and instructional leadership. I hold a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from California State University, Fresno, where I graduated cum laude.
My credentials include a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Special Education Specialist credential in Deaf Education, Resource Specialist Authorization, Autism Authorization,...
I bring nearly 30 years of experience in education, including elementary and middle school teaching, special education, tutoring, and instructional leadership. I hold a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from California State University, Fresno, where I graduated cum laude.
My credentials include a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Special Education Specialist credential in Deaf Education, Resource Specialist Authorization, Autism Authorization, CLAD Certification, and Preliminary Administrative Services credential. I also have New York School Building Leader qualifications.
As a fourth-grade teacher and TK–8 Resource Specialist, I provided individualized instruction, supported IEPs, coordinated interventions, and collaborated with teachers and families. As Owner and Director of KnowledgeQuest Learning Center, I managed curriculum, instructional programs, staff, and family partnerships while providing academic support and Supplemental Educational Services (SES) to students across multiple grade levels. I also taught ASL 1 and 2 at the college level.
My teaching approach combines structured instruction, individualized strategies, guided practice, and ongoing progress monitoring. I break complex concepts into manageable steps and adapt instruction to students’ strengths and needs. I can support elementary and middle school students in reading, writing, math, study skills, organization, academic intervention, and English language development, as well as learners interested in American Sign Language.
My goal is to help students strengthen foundational skills, become more independent learners, and build lasting academic confidence. I create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, learning from mistakes, and celebrating progress.