About Me
"Some succeed because they are destined to, but most succeed because they are determined to."
What Motivates Me:
I am often asked why I enjoy working with adolescents, particularly those with attentional and behaviorial challenges. My responses are as complex as the students themselves. I love the way their minds work, darting from one idea to another. I am intrigued by their challenges and their desire to succeed in the face of social, emotional, psychological, and academic demands. I revel in exploring and inventing strategies with them that create real, positive changes. Finally, these remarkable people encourage me to be the best person that I can be. They are my teachers.
Education & Certifications:
Master's in Education
- Thesis: Prompting Strategic Thinking Skills in Middle School Students Using "Set: The Family Game of Visual Perception."
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Bachelor of Science in Education
- English
- History and Government
- Teaching the Educationally Disadvantaged (TED)
Educational Therapy Certificate-Holy Names University
- Specializing in middle and high school students
California Single Subject Creditional
- Language Arts
- History and Government
Mindfulness Training
- Anxiety and Stress Reduction
- Attention and Focus
- Breathing and Relaxation
