For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a teacher! Children have an amazing sense of curiosity and wonder, getting to observe the way they approach and explore the world inspires me each and every day.

I have been working with children for over a decade. My philosophy of teaching was shaped by working under a mentor teacher in a Reggio Emilia inspired school, as well as in a Head Start Program working with families in agriculture. I began my career at Wow & Flutterville as a Wobbler teacher and moved into the role of Director of the Sellwood location shortly after. While I miss being in the classroom everyday, I love being able to work closely with my team to provide quality care full of love, wonder, curiosity and kindness for the children in our care.

When I’m not working, I love to hike with my family. We’ve spent a lot of time visiting National Parks exploring the parts of the park you can only get to on foot. So far Banff is my favorite. I have a three year old son named Oliver who gets to come to work with me every day. What could be better than that?

I have been working with children since 2008 and loving every minute of it. I love to be a part of their lives while they learn and grow. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.

I started as a student teacher while going to school at the University of Oregon. I was an undeclared major at the time. After I started working with kids, I never looked back. I received my bachelor’s degree in Educational Foundations from UO and had my first lead position in a preschool directly after. Since then, I have worked in classrooms of all ages from infants to kindergarten. It is so hard for me to pick a favorite age group because they all have so much to offer at every age. I started to step foot into more administrative roles in 2015. From here I love to support teachers to be the best they can be.

I am continually grateful to have found a home with Wow and Flutterville, and am excited to learn and grow myself.

When not working, I love to cook, go to concerts, and travel as much as I can.

I truly believe cultivating children's minds at an early age is the best way for me to make a difference in this world. Children have a way of being resilient no matter the circumstance. I love their ability to learn and observe in their own individual ways. The best feeling is when I am home in the evening, and I am able to reflect on my day. I’m able to prepare myself for another great day with the kids.

I have had 23 years of working with children ranging in ages from infant to Pre-K. It all started with me taking care of my brother when he was about 4 years old. I would attend his field trips, and from there stemmed my professional career in Early Childhood Education.

In the past, I volunteered to help the FIlipino group (IBP) on campus when they held huge events. I also volunteered with other cultural groups on campus. I look forward to finding more volunteer opportunities now that I am settled here.

My plan for the future is to buy a house with enough land where I can grow my own fruits and vegetables and surround it with plants. I've always loved photography, and my creative side comes out when I see beautiful landscapes and scenery. I love looking back at my own photos to revisit places through my own eyes.