RieskeLearning

I am a sixth-year teacher who has taught fourth, fifth, and a 4/5 split. I am now in my third year of teaching Gifted and Talented students. As a GT Facilitator, I work with students from kindergarten to fifth grade.

I believe in hands-on, engaging lessons that are designed to really capture students' interests. I only have 30 minutes when I work with my K-2 students, so I really try and make every second count by using unique and exciting activities. My third through fifth-grade students spend 150 minutes with me per week. My class could best be described as a student-led environment. I plan the lessons, but where the lesson takes us is really up to each individual class.

I am currently pursuing my National Board certification. AGATE Presenter, 2021

I received a B.A. in Print Journalism and Graphic Design at the University of Arkansas. After working as a graphic designer for a couple of years, I chose to stay home with my babies. Once my oldest began school, I found myself constantly volunteering in the classroom. This drove me to recognize my love for teaching (I was right when I was seven and wanted to be a teacher!) I then began working on a Masters of Arts in Teaching through Harding University. During this time period, I lucked into a long-term sub position as a Gifted and Talented Facilitator. Although I loved my years in a general education classroom, I knew that I wanted to eventually return to a GT classroom. I worked through Harding University to complete an additional certification in Gifted and Talented. As soon as the opportunity presented itself, I jumped on it. I'm now working in my dream job as a GT Facilitator for K-5.