I have worked with students with various abilities in different settings for 19 years. My background includes experience in special education. I have taught reading, writing, math, and social-emotional learning groups to students ages 5 through 18 with different needs including learning disabilities, developmental delays, dyslexia, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, and depression.

• I have worked in special education for 14 years, including:
  • Special education lead teacher for 5 years
  • Managed and oversaw special education department for 3 years 
• Tutored students privately for 4 years 
• Trainer of trainers for an EF/SEL curriculum since 2012
• Taught and supported parenting groups for 2 years
• Provided private IEP consultation services for 3 years 
• Spoke at CO State conference about interventions and special education in 2023 
• Nominated for district-wide Educator of the Year in 2022

• Bachelor of Science: Human Development & Family Studies
• Master of Arts: Special Education-Generalist 
• Administrative Certification: Special Education Director 
• Colorado Teacher Licensure: Elementary Education & Special Education
• Colorado District Administrator License: Director of Special Education