A Very Sunny Classroom

I have over eight years of classroom experience in diverse, urban educational environments. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to student success and have received numerous accolades from students, parents, and colleagues for my innovative teaching techniques and engaging classroom management style. I have taught first grade, second grade, a first and second grade bilingual split classroom, as well as a fourth grade classroom specializing in dyslexia and learning differences.

I believe that the ultimate goal of teaching is to foster a love of learning. As an educator, I strive to create inclusive atmospheres where students feel welcomed, loved, inspired, and supported. Through the use of positive behavior intervention and support systems, my students are both invested in the classroom community and intrinsically motivated to take charge of their own learning process. I strongly believe that my passion for learning will shine through my teaching and provide my students with that same passion to become life-long learners.

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I am a highly qualified teacher in both Illinois and Michigan and now hold my California Multiple Subject Certificate as well as an English Language Learner Authorization. I hold both a Bachelor of Arts in Education, as well as a Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Literacy Education, from Michigan State University.

During my eight years as an elementary school teacher, I have had the opportunity to work with many diverse groups of students with various learning styles. Through this experience, I have developed a deep understanding of how to create engaging and supportive learning environments utilizing differentiated and personalized instruction that allow every student to thrive. Through the use of project-based learning opportunities and interactive self-led learning, I have been able to provide my students with high-quality educational opportunities that allow them to grow to their full potential.I believe that every child deserves access to a high-quality educational experience that prepares them to be successful community members and global citizens, and I am dedicated to creating a rigorous and supportive education plan for every student that I teach.