I became an adjunct professor through the graduate program and taught Intermediate College Writing for several years, even receiving recognition for my innovative teaching style from the university's English Department. I also worked as a professional technical writer for a company in the area that published product reviews, similar to Consumer Reports, but my passion was teaching, and I wanted to pursue it full time. In 2018, I took a position at Catalyst Residential Treatment Center as a High School English instructor. I loved my time there and incorporated hands-on learning projects, like class plays and a poetry slam into the curriculum. I love project-based learning and find it one of the many features that I appreciate about Greenwood. My baby was born at the end of March 2020, and I decided to take an extended maternity leave to care for him.

When I am not teaching, I enjoy listening to podcasts about history, art, and current events. I, of course, love reading.  I also enjoy rock climbing, biking, yoga, and walking in the foothills near my house. I try to honor my family heritage of gardening; although, I’m not sure I inherited a green thumb. My favorite way to spend my time is with my people, especially my husband and toddler.  

I’m so happy to have the privilege of teaching at Greenwood this year. I love the Expeditionary Learning model and think our school’s values, like mindfulness, eco-stewardship, healthy habits, and growth mindset encourage students to become lifelong learners.