4^th grade teacher

karenls@hickmanmills.org

(816) 316-8062

Years of teaching experience:

20 years of experience

Area of expertise

KCTR Mentor Teacher,  differentiated instruction

Educational background

2008 Masters of Teaching: Multidisciplinary Studies, Webster University

1999 Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education, Avila University

Certification: Grades 1-6

Awards

Johnson “It’s on Me” 

Symington Teacher of the Year

Why I Chose Education as My Career of Choice

Many years ago, I chose teaching because I loved children and the thought of influencing their lives was very appealing. All these                                     years later, I stay in education, specifically in Hickman Mills because our kids deserve teachers dedicated to giving them the very best.  My kids, our kids,    deserve teachers who see in them the potential to change the world. The future of the world sets in my classroom.

Personal Interests

I really enjoy spending time with family and friends, as well as attending as many concerts that I can.  I love to spend time reading a    good book while enjoying coffee.