I am so excited to be starting the new school year at Walter B. Howard Elementary! This will be my first full time teaching position and I can’t wait to get started and join the WBH family.
What is your education background?
I received my undergraduate degree in Childhood Education at SUNY Oswego in 2013, and I recently received my graduate degree in Special Education and Literacy at SUNY Albany in May.
What is your background like – previous jobs?
In the first half of the 2015-2016 school year I worked as a Special Education intern at Blue Creek Elementary School in North Colonie. I remained in North Colonie as a substitute for the remainder of the school year and took on two long term replacements as a Special Education Teacher. I love the work that I am able to do as a Special Educator and it brings me so much joy to be able to meet the unique needs of each and every student I teach.
Tell us about your family?
I grew up in Carmel, NY and recently moved to Averill Park. I have family all across New York State and I love traveling to visit them whenever I get the chance. My family and friends have played such a huge roll in my success of becoming a kind and caring teacher. They have provided me with the love and support that I needed all along my journey to becoming an educator!
What are your interests outside of school?
When I’m not teaching I love to cook, play guitar, read, knit, and cheer for the Buffalo Bills! I also love to travel, be outside, and explore New York and New England with my boyfriend! I feel so welcomed at WBH Elementary and I can’t wait to see what this school year will have in store! Go Tigers!