As an educator, I am focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential through skill-building. During my years as a kindergarten and fifth grade teacher, I have become knowledgeable about planning activities, lessons, and projects to diversify instruction and immerse students in subject material. I have also had the opportunity to work with disabled students as a self-contained ESE teacher. During this time I created individualized education plans and differentiated my instruction to meet the individual needs of my students.