Passionate entry-level teaching professional who is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive, student-centric classroom where students are empowered to take ownership of their education and challenged to think critically about historical and contemporary issues. Committed to using strong intrapersonal skills to establishing meaningful connections with students, thus creating a positive, supportive classroom atmosphere. Experienced in the application of learning science to ensure that lessons align with how students learn, as well as the utilization of strategies that help to promote higher engagement, retention, and a deep understanding of content; Zone of Proximal Development, Cognitive Load Theory, and differentiation are important facets of lesson design and implementation to build students' mastery. Devoted to nurturing students' love for lifelong learning by encouraging their intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and a growth mindset.