* Served as a Principal and updated the school curriculum, pioneered a more holistic learning approach. * Provided coaching and mentorship to enhance professional development and teaching performance. * Contributed to significant improvements in the acquisition of vocabulary and reading comprehension skills, as evidenced by student performance on quarterly exams. This was outlined in the district's school improvement plan. * Mother of three children, ranging in age from 12 to 27 years old. * Enjoys singing, dancing, creating arts and crafts, practicing healing, assisting with yoga teaching, and meditating.

Used innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences including cooperative learning, thematic instruction and differentiation. ◦ implemented use of problem solving, critical thinking and research with focus on an inquiry-based curriculum.