I am excited to apply for a position with Ashland Middle School. With 22 years in education, including 7 years teaching high school English, 12 years as a school library media specialist, and most recently 3 years teaching 6th grade ELA at a large, high performing school, I bring a passion for literacy, a commitment to student growth, and a wealth of experience across grade levels. I love middle school and am eager to find to find a position that allows me to continue inspiring students through literature, writing, and critical thinking. I am dedicated, collaborative, and ready to make a positive impact at Ashland Middle School.
Taught all four grade levels of English during my time at ECHS, and also taught Humanities.
Taught 10th and 11th grade English, and also an Appalachian Literature elective.
Received multiple nominations for Scott County Middle School Teacher of the Year 2024-25.
My students swept the middle school poetry category and also placed in the essay division at the State Commission's MLK Jr Awards 2025 in Frankfort.
KEN English, Grades 8 Through 12
KML School Media Librarian, All Grades
KG30 English And Communications, Grades 5 Through 9