As a teacher, I am committed to instill a sense of self-worth and community in my classroom. These bonuses will provide you with an inside scoop of my classroom beyond academics.

• I introduce and describe various social emotional, team building, and creative boosting activities that promote confidence, critical thinking, and inspiration in students.
• Instructional songs are a great way to add order and excitement to day-to-day activities. Such songs can be utilized and altered depending on age and task.
• You will find a list of my favorite children’s books that vary in reading levels. I believe children’s books can be used for many purposes; even sixth graders can find joy and build knowledge after reading a simple picture book.
• Behind the images on display are wonderful, loving children that I was fortunate enough to teach. The hearts and minds of these second and fourth grade students strengthened by love for teaching and I will forever will thankful for the impact they had on my career.