Students in 1st through 5th grade participate in a parallel curriculum that enriches the regular classroom concepts.
Position:
Gifted Support Teacher
Needs:
In order to continue to provide students with meaningful real-world experiences they need to be engaged with technology on a regular basis.
My Philosophy:
I believe that children should be the center of all that schools do. Their whole being should be the focus of learning so that it is meaningful to them and lasting.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I have taught in Rose Tree Media School District for 10 years now. I taught 3rd grade for 9 years and am now serving as a gifted support teacher. I
College and Degrees:
I received my B.S. in Elementary Education from Bloomsburg University in 2000 and my M.S. in Educational Leadership from Neumann College in 2004.
Activities:
I have served as Social Studies Coordinator, No Place for Hate Coordinator, a member of the Arcadia Institute Inclusion Team, as well as being the co-chair of our Sunshine Committee for many years now.
Favorite Books:
I enjoy all of Mitch Albom's books.
Favorite Quotes:
"All students are gifted, just not all in the same ways."
Interests:
I enjoy baking, taking pictures, scrapbooking, exercising, and listening to music.
Employment History:
Rose Tree Media School District - 2000-Present
Why Do I Teach?:
I teach because children are the most precious gift our world has. Having them develop a desire to learn is my role in the classroom.