Dedicated and results-driven educator with a strong academic foundation, holding an undergraduate degree in English, a graduate degree in Information Sciences, and currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Education at Michigan State University, with expected completion in April 2025. Currently licensed under a MI-Interim Teaching Certificate while completing alternative certification programs, I have successfully passed the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification, qualifying me to teach lower elementary (K-5).
With experience delivering district curriculum to K-5 students and managing classrooms of 20+ learners, I am committed to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment. My 2023-2024 teacher performance evaluation reflects an overall rating of Effective, highlighting my ability to provide guidance, leadership, and instructional support tailored to the needs of emergent learners while aligning with current educational standards.
Teaching Experience
Kindergarten Teacher
September 2023 – present
National Heritage Academy
Detroit, MI
Grade 3, 4, and 5 Math and Science Teacher
November 2020 – May 2021
Digital classroom
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit, MI
Kindergarten Teacher
November 2019 – June 2020
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit, MI
Education
Michigan State University (MSU) Master of Arts in Education
In the Spring of 2025, I am on schedule to complete my Master of Arts in Education.
MSU Graduate Certificate Programs
Educational Technology (on schedule to complete in Spring 2025)
Online teaching and learning (Completed Spring 2024)
Wayne State University -Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
In 2019, I completed a Graduate Certificate in Information Management (IM).
In 2018, I completed a Master of Library and information Science with a concentration in Human Computer Interaction (HCI)and User Experience (UX).
In 2016, I completed a Bachelor of Arts with a major in English
Professional Affiliations
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Member since January 2025
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Michigan State University College of Education Image
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Wayne State University image
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Phi Kappa Phi image
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