I work with a diverse group of students who are motivated to learn and expand their thinking. They are our digital natives and crave anything technology.
Position:
4th Grade Teacher
Needs:
Digital Cameras
Headphones
MP3players
My Philosophy:
My philosophy is to support and give every student the necessary tools to enhance their learning. I also believe that it is my duty to give every child the opportunity to learn at their pace and in their natural learning environment.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I have taught for 13 years. I stated my career as a Speech Therapist and continued my education getting my masters in Reading and eventually my state certification in K-6 elementary. I became the reading specialist for 7-12 and 3rd grade ELA and Math teacher. Eventually I became a full time 3rd grade teacher and moved to 4th grade after two years. I taught 4th grade for three years total. I became the districts first Technology Support Specialist through a State funded grant. After the grant ended the district decided to fund my position on their own.
College and Degrees:
Corning Community College, NY -- AAS
Elmira College, NY -- B.S. Speech and Hearing Handicapped and M.S. Ed - Reading
Universityof Scranton, PA -- M.S. Ed - Educational Administration
Favorite Books:
I'll Love you Forever
Baby Beluga
Interests:
Softball
Camping
Playingwith my children
Teaching
Employment History:
Hornell City School
Elmira City School
Odessa-MontourCentral School
Why Do I Teach?:
I have always felt the need to help others. As much as I will always be there for my peers, family, and my fellow citizen -- my passion is with children.