Ruskin High School: 9-12 Social Studies

Years of Teaching Experience:
over 23 years of experience

Area of Expertise:
Differentiated Instruction and Curriculum Writing
Leadership Training
20/20 Leadership
Student Council 
Upward Bound liaison
National Honor Society
Senior Class Sponsor
Teacher Mentoring
Union Matters and Mediation
Working with diverse learners in alternative settings

ACT Test Center Coordinator 

Educational Background:
Avila University- Bachelor’s Degree 1998 (Cum Laude)
o Sociology Major- law emphasis
o Theology Minor
o Anthropology Minor
o Education minor- History emphasis- Social Science Certification
Avila University- Master’s Degree in Education 2000
Baker University- Educational Leadership and Adminstration
Completed all Coursework 4.0
ISLLC Passed
ABD- All but Dissertation completed Dissertation topic “School to Prison Pipeline”

Awards

Leadership Partner of the Year 2019

Ruskin Teacher of the Year 2014
District Teacher of the Year 2014
Leadership Partner of the Year 2014

Bronze Pelican for service in Scouting

Why I chose education as my career:
I believe there are only two things that cannot be taken from you- your education and your character. As a teacher I get to help create that foundation for students. I believe all children have the ability to learn, and I want to be part of those students reaching their full potential. I believe the most important things we do in life, is what we do for others; therefore I consider teaching my vocation.

Personal Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my family, seeing the sights, and watching film.