Most of my students are from families that are economically disadvantaged. All my students are minorities, about 60 % hispanic & 40 percent african
American. 10% of my students are "Gifted." My class is a gifted cluster classroom.
Position:
teacher
Needs:
My students need my experience with tecnology. I would like flip digital cameras.
My Philosophy:
Learning should be equal for all our students know matter where we live or how much money our parents make for a living. What we teach and how our students learn should make learning an exciting adventure.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I've been teaching 30 + years and still love going to school everyday. I love mentoring new teachers and Teach for America interns. I am married 37 years and have 2 daughters. My youngest daughter is also a teacher.
College and Degrees:
BA education Arizona State University
MA education Northern Arizona University
Activities:
In my spare time I love movies and I love to read.
Favorite Books:
Rebecca is my a time favories book
currently reading Eat Pray Love
Patricia Palaco is my favorite childrens author
Favorite Quotes:
Live like today is you last day
Employment History:
25 years with the Roosevelt School district
Why Do I Teach?:
I love to learn and always want my students to have that same love of learning. I love to see the look in my students eyes when they "get it".