I am beginning my 21st year as an official educator, but I actually started teaching when I was about 5 years old! {My stuffed animals received regular lessons in reading, writing, and math...complete with a classroom management system and report cards.} That being said, I have not worked a day in my life because I have the opportunity to do what I LOVE each and every day! My heart has been in first grade for over 17 years, and I also have experience as an instructional coach and administrator for all elementary grades.