I moved to the Wood River Valley, from upstate New York,  in August of 2010.  I took one year off to focus on being a mother to my then five-year-old daughter. I thoroughly enjoyed that experience and took every opportunity to volunteer in her kindergarten classroom. That is when I realized I loved working with children inside an educational setting. I began working as a guest teacher and found that I gravitated toward Special Education. After not too long, I accepted a position as a Special Education Paraprofessional at WRMS, for eight years. In 2019 I decided it was time to take the plunge and become a certified teacher in Special Education. I was thrilled to accept the teaching position here at WRMS. 

When I am not teaching, I spend time with my family and friends.  I enjoy camping, hiking, skiing, traveling, and attending my daughter's sporting events.  We have a hound dog mix named Buddy Love and a cat named Coconut, who keep us entertained.

I am looking forward to learning and growth opportunities for the students and myself in the new school year.