I am entering my fourteenth year as an educator. I began my career in AZ as a Dual Language (English/Spanish)/English Language Development kindergarten teacher. I had the privilege of working at the same Title 1 elementary school that I attended as a child for seven years. My family and I decided to move to Seattle to search for new opportunities. I taught mainstream kindergarten for three years at Highland Park Elementary School, a Title 1 school, and as an English Language Learner/Bilingual teacher at Loyal Heights and John Hay Elementary School. I received my B.A. in Education from the University of Arizona in 2006 with AZ state certifications in Bilingual Education, ELL education, Early Childhood Education and Reading. I earned my M.Ed in Instructional Leadership with a Reading focus from the University of Washington in 2015. I obtained my certifications in Bilingual Education, ELL Education, Early Childhood Education and Reading from WA state as well. I am fluent in English and Spanish and am pursuing National Board Certification under the English as a New Language concentration.
,Personal Message
I am so excited to be a part of the John Hay community. Everyone has been incredibly welcoming and helpful. As a mom of a four year old little girl, I appreciate all the help and guidance I have received. I enjoy reading (all genres), spending time with friends and family, watching the Philadelphia Eagles play on Sunday (or Monday or sometimes Thursday!), walking my dogs (two adorable pitties) and going out to eat to new restaurants. I love learning about new languages and I am having so much fun learning from my students.
