RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Developed and implemented a new Kindergarten social studies curriculum with a clear scope and sequence, emphasizing cultural identity, academic identity, and inquiry-based learning

Authored and distributed a weekly Kindergarten newsletter for families, strengthening home-school communication and engagement in classroom activities
Designed and taught interdisciplinary lessons fostering literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning, leveraging 1:1 iPads and differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs

Partnered with families and administrators to address individual student needs, ensuring personalized support and celebrating milestones in learning and development

Documented and showcased student learning through creative projects, bulletin boards, and parent-facing Reggio artifacts, highlighting student voice and progress
Collaborated with curriculum leaders to recommend updates to PreK & K programming, advocating for student-centered and play-based learning practices
Taught foundational literacy, math, and social studies lessons while integrating Reggio-inspired explorations to spark curiosity and critical thinking

Facilitated Outdoor Classroom projects, empowering students to explore, collaborate, and develop problem-solving skills through hands-on learning activities
Managed Extended Day staff and activities, fostering a safe and enriching after-school environment that extended student engagement beyond the classroom
Served as a substitute teacher for PK-3, delivering engaging instruction across multiple subjects, including art and science, while ensuring classroom continuity and a nurturing environment

EDUCATION

LEADERSHIP

Partner with a team of six colleagues across campuses to reimagine and rewrite the school's DEIA Statement of Purpose, reflecting the community’s core values and commitment to equity and inclusion
Analyzed feedback from parent and student groups to ensure diverse perspectives informed a mission-driven, actionable statement that fosters belonging and representation

Facilitate meaningful affinity group experiences for PK-3 students, fostering a sense of identity and pride in their AAPI heritage through storytelling, art, and collaborative projects
Designed culturally responsive activities that encouraged young learners to explore their cultural backgrounds and build connections with peers, supporting both social-emotional growth and self-confidence

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Enhanced instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and equity-focused teaching practices through a year-long fellowship for early-career educators
Applied learning to design engaging, student-centered lessons and build a classroom community, contributing to measurable improvements in student engagement
Collaborated with a statewide network of educators, sharing best practices and fostering professional growth

Explored innovative Reggio Emilia principles to support creative, inquiry-based learning, leading to enriched classroom environments and student-driven projects
Connected with global experts and educators to exchange documentation techniques and strategies for fostering curiosity and collaboration in young learners