I'm a passionate and highly skilled educator, bringing over 20 years of experience in Fairfax County Public Schools. My commitment is deeply rooted in fostering student success and creating confident, lifelong learners across diverse age groups. My strong educational background includes a Master's degree from George Mason University. My teaching experience spans two decades in the classroom, where I specialize in providing intensive, individualized instruction to a wide range of students,...
I'm a passionate and highly skilled educator, bringing over 20 years of experience in Fairfax County Public Schools. My commitment is deeply rooted in fostering student success and creating confident, lifelong learners across diverse age groups. My strong educational background includes a Master's degree from George Mason University. My teaching experience spans two decades in the classroom, where I specialize in providing intensive, individualized instruction to a wide range of students, including multilingual learners. My approach is data-driven and highly effective. I have specific, advanced training in the Phonics First program, an Orton-Gillingham based methodology. This science of reading training allows me to employ phonics-focused strategies to dramatically improve reading fluency, writing, and deep language comprehension. My goal is to create a positive, supportive learning environment where students build self-confidence, master critical thinking skills, and develop a lifelong love for learning. Beyond my professional life, I'm a dedicated mother of four accomplished children—their success reinforces my belief in the importance of a strong academic foundation. My hobbies, like knitting and organizing, highlight the patience, detail-orientation, and structured environment I naturally bring to every tutoring session.
