Education and Certifications
*MidAmerica Nazarene University, Masters of Education - Technology Enhanced Teaching (2018)
* Baker University, B.S. Middle School Science (2016)
* University of Findlay, Nuclear Medicine Certification (2005)
* Sanford-Brown College, Associate's Degree Radiology Science (2003)
* Olathe South High School
Certifications:
* Biology and Middle Level Science Praxis
* The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
* The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
* The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
* American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
* Baker University, B.S. Middle School Science (2016)
* University of Findlay, Nuclear Medicine Certification (2005)
* Sanford-Brown College, Associate's Degree Radiology Science (2003)
* Olathe South High School
Certifications:
* Biology and Middle Level Science Praxis
* The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
* The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
* The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
* American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Work Experience
I am currently starting my eighth year of teaching Science in the Olathe School District and am beginning my 5th year as an adjunct professor at Baker University for the School of Education. I also have experience working with a blended learning academy called, Acellus, where I taught 6th grade science in an online environment.
I have volunteered numerous hours in the classroom, specifically, middle school science. I have assisted in regular class instruction, as well as dissection labs on rats and worms -- FUN! I enjoy all aspects of science, but really love to teach about life science.
Additionally, I have nine years of experience working in a hospital. I am a licensed Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Technologist. (This means I am certified to take x-rays and inject patients with radioactive isotopes for imaging and therapeutic procedures.) I was also the Assistant Radiation Safety Officer for the hospital's Radiation Safety Committee. With that job, I was in charge of communications and meetings between our physicist, the Kansas State Department of Health and Environment, physicians, and executives.
I have volunteered numerous hours in the classroom, specifically, middle school science. I have assisted in regular class instruction, as well as dissection labs on rats and worms -- FUN! I enjoy all aspects of science, but really love to teach about life science.
Additionally, I have nine years of experience working in a hospital. I am a licensed Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Technologist. (This means I am certified to take x-rays and inject patients with radioactive isotopes for imaging and therapeutic procedures.) I was also the Assistant Radiation Safety Officer for the hospital's Radiation Safety Committee. With that job, I was in charge of communications and meetings between our physicist, the Kansas State Department of Health and Environment, physicians, and executives.
My Philosophy
I realize my ability to ramble about the things I am passionate about, so I will spare your ears (or eyes, in this case!)
However, I want to convey to you just how THRILLED I am to be a part of your world! Since I get to be a part of your world and learn more about you, I want to share with you my beliefs in education, as well as science.
I have very simple expectations for my classroom: Respect = Respect.
Simple enough, right?
Yes, but there is more....
1. As a teacher, I believe my enthusiasm will help accelerate learning. By being passionate about class, I will have thorough preparation regarding the science curriculum down to detailed lesson plans as my guide. The majority of lessons will have a hands-on and visual aspect that will not only be safe, but also fun.
2. Each student is special and deserves a compassionate and positive influence. My goal is to ensure each student of mine walks away feeling optimistic and cared for. I aim to have my students reach a new level of understanding science while maturing their self-identity in a positive manner. Segregation will not be tolerated in my classroom. Adaptations will be made to be an inclusive student body. I believe everyone, myself included, can learn from someone else.
3. I believe in the need for a sense of open-mindedness in regards to my teaching methods. Each school, each classroom, each student, all stem from a variety of backgrounds and will not always conform to my methods and styles of educating. As a result, I trust the fact that I must continually reflect upon the effectiveness of my lessons.
However, I want to convey to you just how THRILLED I am to be a part of your world! Since I get to be a part of your world and learn more about you, I want to share with you my beliefs in education, as well as science.
I have very simple expectations for my classroom: Respect = Respect.
Simple enough, right?
Yes, but there is more....
1. As a teacher, I believe my enthusiasm will help accelerate learning. By being passionate about class, I will have thorough preparation regarding the science curriculum down to detailed lesson plans as my guide. The majority of lessons will have a hands-on and visual aspect that will not only be safe, but also fun.
2. Each student is special and deserves a compassionate and positive influence. My goal is to ensure each student of mine walks away feeling optimistic and cared for. I aim to have my students reach a new level of understanding science while maturing their self-identity in a positive manner. Segregation will not be tolerated in my classroom. Adaptations will be made to be an inclusive student body. I believe everyone, myself included, can learn from someone else.
3. I believe in the need for a sense of open-mindedness in regards to my teaching methods. Each school, each classroom, each student, all stem from a variety of backgrounds and will not always conform to my methods and styles of educating. As a result, I trust the fact that I must continually reflect upon the effectiveness of my lessons.
KNOWLEDGE + COMPASSION + FUN & SAFETY = STUDENT SUCCESS