My journey in education has taken me through several roles that continue to shape the way I support students. I began as an ELL paraprofessional, working specifically with refugee students who arrived in the U.S. with little to no English. That experience taught me the power of patience, creativity, and oral language in helping students find their voice. After moving to Austin, Texas, I became a substitute teacher, gaining insight into different classrooms and grade levels. I then stepped into my own classroom as a teacher, where I discovered my passion for building strong routines, fostering a positive learning community, and creating engaging resources. Now, as a tutor for Pre-K through 5th grade, I bring together all of those experiences to design materials that are supportive, flexible, and meaningful for diverse learners.