Dynamic educator with over 30 years of experience in curriculum development, student engagement, and program evaluation. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and mentoring new teachers to enhance educational outcomes.
Work History
6th Grade DEEP Teacher
25 Years 11 Months
Davis School District | 07.1999 - 06.2025
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with DEEP curriculum standards.
Implemented classroom management strategies fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instructional methods accordingly.
Integrated technology into lessons to facilitate interactive learning and engagement with content.
Mentored new DEEP teachers by providing guidance on best practices.
Evaluated DEEP program effectiveness, suggesting enhancements to curriculum materials based on student feedback and performance data.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan curriculum that promoted deeper understanding , critical thinking, and problem solving among students.
Involvements included but not limited to: Community Council Chair/Committee, PTA Chair/Committee, JSSC Chair/Committee, DEA School Representative, PLTW Teacher Leader, DEEP District Guiding Coalition, DEEP District 6th Grade Team Lead/Member, Valley View DEEP Team Lead/Member, Valley View Guiding Coalition, Technology Committee, District Evaluation/Grade Report Committee, Student Council Advisor.
Awards:
Superintendent's Award-January 2025,
Teaching and Learning Department Teacher of the Month-February 2020.
Teacher on Special Assignment/6th Grade Teacher
2 Years
Davis School District | 07.1997 - 07.1999
Duties: Assumed administrative responsibilities in the absence of the principal. Developed school-wide schedule for prep classes. Coordinated and led school assemblies. Supervised school parent/teacher conferences. Orchestrated school-wide testing. Supervised and managed school student discipline/behavior incentives. School facilitator for S.E.M. (School Enrichment Program). Co-advisor for Student Council. Wrote and received grants. Organized and ran school science fair. Worked daily with parents, teacher, and students to problem solve to keep things positive and forward moving at the school. Part-time 6th grade teacher
6th Grade Teacher
2 Years 5 Months
Davis School District | 02.1995 - 07.1997
Duties: Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards. Implemented diverse instructional strategies. Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluations. Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting collaborations and respect.
Served on multiple committees. PTA, DEA, JSSC, School-wide events, student council advisor, humanities/arts committee
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
6 Months
Davis School District | 08.1994 - 02.1995
Duties: Long-term substitute teacher for teacher on maternity leave. Developed all lesson plans aligned to curriculum standards. Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
Office Manager, International Services-Summer Job
3 Months
Brigham Young University | 05.1994 - 08.1994
Duties: Assisted department director of International Student Office-managing daily office operations. Supervised and hired office staff, providing training and support, controlled and tracked department budget, advised international students in legal, academic, and financial areas, coordinated scheduling and logistics for meetings, events, and department activities.
Administrative Assistant
2 Years 2 Months
Brigham Young University | 10.1991 - 12.1993
Duties: Supported the area coordinator in daily operations. Scheduled and coordinated out of state travel and logistics for recruiting meetings. Handled communications with other college departments. Designed and disseminated advertising for recruitment events. Advised new and prospective students in registration procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT | 05-2023
Invited and joined the National Society of Leadership and Success
Awarded Excellence in Educational Research
Gifted/Talented Endorsement - Education
Utah State University | Logan, UT | 06-2001
Relevant Coursework: Action Lab Host at Gifted Conference
Professional Development: Hosted Break-out session at Gifted Conference
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University | Provo, UT | 04-1994
Elected lead teacher for student teaching cohort at Shelly Elementary (15+ student teachers)
Volunteer BYUSA ACCESS Member (Big Brother/Sister)
6th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher at Ben F. Kolb Middle School6th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher at Ben F. Kolb Middle School