...Throughout my years as an SLP, I've gained knowledge in many academically related areas, as well as vocational. I received my Bachelors degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from SUNY at Buffalo, with honors and completion of a thesis. I've conducted research over the years about communication, specifically conversational skill development. (read more)
...I sang in churches with Gospel singers. I can play instruments by ear, without knowing the tune prior. I have been working with PHONICS with students of all ages and levels. (read more)
...I continue to read books during my free time in order to increase my vast vocabulary. Besides having my certification in ELA, I also am certified in Elementary Education. I've spent the last four years working at an elementary school as a permanent substitute and a teaching aide. (read more)
...More recently I received a second Master's in Trauma and Resilience in Education from Concordia St. Paul. I have been an elementary classroom teacher for eight years and I have taught fifth grade Math and Science, kindergarten, second and third grades. (read more)
...I have experience with students with ADHD, ASD, ID, LD, and speech and language impairments. I am Orton Gillingham/ Wilson certified in reading and use Fundations, Spire, Sound Sensible, Recipe for Reading, and Heggerty as well as Teachers College Reading and Writing Project in my classroom. I love teaching reading and phonics to young learners. (read more)