Originally from Roscoe, Illinois, I earned my B.S. in K–12 Education from Northern Illinois University in December 2013. Over the next 10 years, I taught primarily 5th grade science and social studies in public schools across Florida and Texas, earning the Teacher of the Year award in 2022 from an elementary school of 50 teachers in the Hurst-Euless-Bedford (HEB) Independent School District. I’ve always enjoyed helping learners connect with complex ideas in creative ways.

From 2020-2024 (post-pandemic), I led and trained a team of teachers on instructional technology, designing remote learning in Canvas LMS and supporting colleagues in integrating digital tools effectively, which sparked my interest in instructional design. From 2021–2023, I wrote K–8th grade science content for STEMscopes and later completed an Instructional Design certificate from the University of Miami.

In 2024, I transitioned out of the classroom and into EdTech, creating interactive, accessible digital learning for middle school, high school, and adult learners from a distance. I’m also pursuing a Master’s degree (M.Ed.) in Educational Technology and Instructional Design from Western Governor’s University, expected December 2025. Go night owls!

Outside of work, I enjoy tennis, disc golf, crafts, reading, and traveling with my family and our beagle. I’m a lifelong learner who believes in empowering others through thoughtful, relevant learning experiences.

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