I received my B.A. from Lasell College in Early Childhood Education in May 2001 and am working on my Masters degree in Special Education. I enjoy working with children around the areas of self identity and diversity. I am interested in the process that children go through to create theories about who they are. It is very important for me to help to connect home and school for the children in my classroom. I also enjoy the looping process and the continuity of working together with children and families.

My professional interests include attending workshops around areas of diversity, the role that language rich environments plays in classrooms, photography, documentation, and presenting workshops through the Department of Continuing Education. I received my Early Childhood Credentialing as a Lead Teacher Level IV in June 2007. I am applying for my credentialing as Trainer, Faculty, Mentor Level II.

I graduated from the University of New Hampshire in May 2007 with a B.S. Family Studies with a concentration in Young Child Specialization and a Child Life minor. I also have a NH Early Childhood Credential as Lead Teacher level IV. I have been part of CSDC as a student employee and intern since August 2004. I began my professional career at CSDC in May 2007 as an Infant/Toddler Teacher. While working at the Center, I have worked with children and families in the Infant through Kindergarten classrooms.

My professional interests include creating a supportive environment for children to explore, maintaining diversity in the classroom, and building strong relationships with families. I especially enjoy incorporating cooking with children as a part of their curriculum. I strive to promote the development of confidence, respect, problem solving, and the desire to be a life-long learner in children.