Academy Teacher
I received my California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Azusa Pacific University after discovering that I loved to teach. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to teach 4-6th grade at a private school in northern California as I transitioned from engineering to education. My experience in the field of education includes teaching multiple subjects for 4-6th grade and 8th grade science. I also have experience tutoring 1st through 12th grade, primarily in math and science. Prior to my teaching career, I was an engineer working at IBM in the field of materials science. I graduated from the University of California at Irvine with Bachelor Degrees in chemistry and mechanical engineering. Shortly thereafter, I attended North Carolina State University for my Master’s Degree in materials science and engineering.
My most loved hobby is classical dance, especially jazz, ballet, and tap. I also enjoy hiking, golfing, camping, star gazing, arts and crafts.
My favorite book is JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit. This is one book that I truly enjoy reading over and over. I like Tolkien’s use of language and the sense of adventure that emerges in the main character, Bilbo Baggins. I also enjoy reading other types of books, particularly mysteries and adventures.
Math and science were always my favorite subjects in school when I was a student, but since I began teaching I have found that I draw great pleasure from making connections to all subjects and helping my students see these connections.
I am from a large family. I am the 7th of 9 children. I absolutely enjoyed growing up in this atmosphere. I also love observing and interacting with most animals.
2013
Springs Charter Schools are parent choice schools where the community is our classroom. Our mission is to foster the innate curiosity of our students, empower their parents, and promote optimum learning by collaboratively developing a personalized learning program for each student.
Eagle = Choice, Freedom, Initiative
River = Community
Book = Empowering Parents (Knowledge is Power)
Torch = Curiosity, Passion for Learning
Hands = Collaboration
Keys = Personalization, Unlocking the Student’s Potential
Oak Branches = Continuous Lifelong Learning
