I have taught over 20 years and am passionate about my work! My experience includes teaching intermediate grades 3-5, gifted students, and struggling readers. As a reading interventionist, I have trained in both Reading Recovery and Orton Gillingham approaches. I have also worked as a district Literacy Coordinator, Literacy Coach, and facilitated online professional development. Currently, I serve as a Reading Specialist, and most importantly, I am a Mom to a pretty amazing kid who struggles with reading.
My philosophy for teaching is grounded in that not every program works for every child. Building upon student strengths, it is the teacher's knowledge and craft that makes the difference.
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BS Ed MS Ed - Curriculum and Instruction Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas Certifications in Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, Special Reading, Gifted, ELL
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PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Other (Math), ELA Test Prep, Other (ELA), Professional Development, Problem Solving, Writing, Reading Strategies, Poetry, Products For TpT Sellers, Handwriting, Coaching, Early Intervention, School Psychology, Phonics, Close Reading