I am certified to teach grades 1-8, all subjects and also hold K-12 endorsements in reading and gifted education. I taught sixth grade for seven years, followed by gifted intervention specialist work in grades 3-8 for three years. Currently, I teach full time at a local university and provide teacher training to area districts. I am the program advisor for middle childhood education and teach courses involving literature, content area reading, word study, and middle level practices.