| First Grade and Kindergarten teacher American School of Dubai Taught First Grade and Kindergarten in Reggio-inspired programs, framed within AERO standards. Delivered OpenUp math, UFLI phonics, and Workshop Model Literacy, while engaging children with an inquiry-based approach. Served as Literacy Lead, collaborating with the ASD Literacy Coaches to ensure consistent, aligned, and equitable instruction across the twelve KG and 1st grade classrooms. Hosted a year-long intern through ASDOutreach Program. | 2023 – present Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Kindergarten teacher American Community School Taught Kindergarten (virtually, hybrid, and in-person) within the ACS standards-based Common Core curriculum. Collaborated with all grade level teams to support children, families, and community members while navigating the COVID pandemic. Served on the Global Advocacy committee to develop programs and language supporting the school’s mission and vision. | 2020 – 2022 Amman, Jordan |
| Kindergarten and Early Years teacher American School of Warsaw Taught Early Years (KG and Pre-K 4) in an IB World School. Facilitated implementation and authorization of the PYP, collaboratively devised tools for documentation of student play and learning, and enhanced our child-centered facilities (workshop, studio, patios, and OPAL). As PYP Learning Leader, supported the team in our focus on student learning, inquired into instructional best practice, assisted in collective analysis of student learning to plan teaching interventions, and supported colleagues sharing instructional approaches to maximize student learning. | 2015 – 2020 Warsaw, Poland |
| Elementary teacher Jakarta International School Taught kindergarten and first grade at a pioneering school committed to preparing learners to be best for the world. Served as Team Facilitator, integrated age-appropriate technologies, and developed new units of inquiry aligned with our reading and writing workshop model. Utilized PowerSchool, DRA, NYTC workshop units, and EDM as curricular and assessment frameworks. Infused Reggio Emilia into the early years program. | 2011 – 2015 Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Elementary teacher American School of Bombay Taught first grade in a World IB-PYP school. Served on the Technology Integration Group and co-chaired the PYP self-study committee. Utilized Atlas, AERO math standards, MAP, and F&P Benchmark Assessment System to guide and inform curriculum and instruction. Provided after school activities for ASBE3 and presented at Unplugged technology conferences. | 2007 – 2011 Mumbai, India |
| Pre-kindergarten teacher International School of Belgrade Inaugurated the school’s first preschool program. Taught the four/five year old section, purchased materials, designed resources, created support and administrative documents, and developed the student/parent handbook. Wrote units of inquiry and standards-based math/literacy curricula in preparation for IB PYP authorization. Served on Curriculum Council and Staff Association. | 2003-2006 Belgrade, Serbia |
| Teacher and Parent Volunteer John Marshall High School/Lincoln Elementary School Taught 12th grade world affairs and 11th grade geography and sponsored Amnesty International student group. Volunteer for kindergarten enrichment/Spanish language development. | 2001-2003 Rochester, MN, USA |
| Preschool Coordinator Escuela Internacional Sampedrana Head administrator in a new preschool facility. Coordinated budgetary, curriculur, instructional, and pedagogical programs. | 2000-2001 San Pedro Sula, Honduras |
| EFL Instructor Sogang Language Program Directed classroom activities for Korean students learning English as a Second Language. Responsible for lesson planning and implementation, curriculum development, and student skills assessment. Upon request of administration, created a specialized preschool curriculum and conducted inservice for the faculty. | 1995-1996 Taejon, South Korea |
| Early Childhood and Elementary Educator The International School of Choueifat Taught in a full day English language immersion preschool. Created a rotation of supplies, managed materials budget and organized themes, units and levels of mastery for the program. Responsible for a section of third grade social studies (technology, geography and environment). | 1994-1995 Lahore, Pakistan |
| Early Childhood Educator The American School of Tegucigalpa Taught morning and afternoon programs in a bilingual early education program. Designed and implemented curriculum to meet their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs while focusing on second language acquisition. | 1992-1993 Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
| Social Studies and Spanish Teacher Royalton High School Taught World Cultures, World History, Psychology, Sociology/Humanities, and Spanish I and II in a 7th – 12th grade high school. Chaired school environment committee and served on child study, academic scholarship selection, and Focus:Diversity committees. Coordinated AFAR programs to introduce students in rural areas to the fine arts and advised the Spanish club. Conducted educational tours to Mexico, Chicago, and Minneapolis. | 1989-1992 Royalton, MN, USA |