I started out as a certified nursing assistant and worked many years in the intensive care unit as a registered nurse. I worked hard to earn 3 nursing degrees including a master's degree in nursing and adult gerontology primary care nurse practitioner certification. I am currently practicing as an neurology advanced practice provider. I enjoy nursing and I am always looking for opportunities to encourage and assist the next generation of nurses in hopes they too will enjoy serving others!

Teaching has been a passion of mine since second grade, when my teacher saw something in me that no one else saw and lit that spark in me to fall in love with learning and education. Ever since then I've followed that passion into becoming an educator. I currently teach Pre-K and have experience teaching elementary school, working one-on-one with at-risk students, teaching english language learners, and tutoring students in different academic areas. Tutoring students gives me the chance to help a student who may be struggling, needs that extra motivation or wants to take the extra step. When working one-on-one with students I am able to keen in on their individual learning style and help them learn the best way they can.

I have completed my doctoral degree in education from Grand Canyon University, EdD. I have received two master's degrees: an MBA-Finance and an MA in Adult Education. My undergraduate degree was in nursing science. I have been tutoring students for over thirty years, preparing each to pass standardized tests for entry into a healthcare profession. Being the only child and coming from a very poor environment, I learned the opportunities that having an education can provide for you and your family. Education improved the quality of my life and my family. As a creative and innovative educator, leader, and professional administrator, I thrive on challenges and change. Nurturing and encouraging the lifelong learning of students is critical in the role of an educator. Techniques like case studies, activities, discussions, and even humor can prompt students to think critically, creatively, and explore their natural curiosity. As an educator, students will feel that no question is too silly to ask. My educational beliefs are based on the fact that learning is a possibility for everyone. Learning occurs when the educator is able to link, in the brain, a bridge from the lack of knowledge to new knowledge, then the student comprehends.

I hold a Master's of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and a dual Bachelor's degree in Compute Science and Psychology from Madonna University. I work as an AI engineer as well as a Gradate School Professor.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Professional Chef with 10 years experience in the food service industry, including experience as a Sous Chef and Chef Garde Manger. Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts as of 2011, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics as of July 2018, and Master of Science in Clinical Dietetics as of 2019.As a classically trained chef of ten years, the world of food has been crucial in the development of my personal and professional character. I entered the workforce in 2006 at the age of fifteen as a prep-cook for Glen Oaks Country Club in Farmington Hills Michigan. After two years of employment, I was promoted to Chef Garde Manger. In this position, I managed prep-cooks in the production of elaborate hors d'oeuvre displays for parties ranging from 50 to 300 guests.After graduating high school in 2008, I enrolled in the culinary arts program at Schoolcraft College in Livonia Michigan, where I was trained in classical French cuisine by four of the seven Master Chefs in Michigan at the time. After graduation, I received one of the coveted sous chef positions at Schoolcraft College, under Master Chef Kevin Gawronski. My duties included ordering and managing kitchen par stock, managing sixteen students in the production of buffet style service, and performing daily demonstrations of fundamental French cooking techniques.Apart from my classroom duties, I had the responsibility of managing a new project, testing the viability of two unique vending machines. These machines held refrigerated vacuum sealed meals prepared by chefs on campus. The machines had on-board microwaves that would cook the prepared meals to order, providing students with hot meals at any hour. As the chef managing these machines, my responsibilities included the development, testing, preparation, and pricing of different menu options. In addition, I acted as liaison between Schoolcraft College and the vending machine developer, where I regularly discussed the practicality and financial feasibility of the machines.While employed at Schoolcraft College, another one of the Master Chefs offered me the opportunity to work under a French Master Chef, who was the personal chef of a family that spent their summers on their privately-owned cattle ranch and resort in Montana. Since working under a Master Chef directly from France is a once in a lifetime opportunity, I jumped on the offer.Some of the proudest and most difficult work of my culinary career was done while working under Chef Robert. Chef Robert had the highest possible standards for his food and was uncompromising in the quality of every meal he prepared. With a staff no larger than Chef Robert and myself, we prepared completely different breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for fifty guests every day.After returning to Michigan from Montana I enrolled in Madonna University's Bachelor of Science program in Nutrition and Dietetics and began my dietetic career. After graduating I enrolled in Grand Valley State University's coordinated Master of Science program in Clinical Dietetics where I received my Master's Degree and conducted my dietetic internship rotations (primarily in Michigan's Upper Peninsula) and Master's research analyzing food insecurity among 5th grade student populations across Michigan. This research utilized data from the 2015 - 16 NHANES and Michigan State University's SPartners for Health program.

I believe in helping students develop the skills that lie within him/her so that they are prepared for all education situations in life.

My BA came from John Carroll University and is in English and teaching. My Masters in the Art of Teaching came from Madonna University and is in Learning Disabilities. I have taught high school and middle school English and special education. Therefore, I am experienced in working with students of all abilities.My favorite subject to teach is English Language Arts, though I work with students oral subjects. Helping students to succeed in academics and life goals is my main motivation as a teacher. I greatly value summer enrichment. I like to ensure students learn the material by working hard, yet look at each student as an individual who may need different ways of learning and different levels of support. Some students are shy, some are outgoing; some are academically driven, and some are interested in other things. I take these aspects into account when teaching.I am presently teaching 6th grade special education at an online school. I have previously worked at "bricks-and-mortar" schools for 3 years full time and 5+ years as a substitute.Personally, I love books. Reading and talking about them is a great pleasure of mine. I also like word games and puzzles. I knit and crochet, and enjoy walking around parks with my family!

I am a graduate of Madonna University. I have my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and History. Additionally, I have a Master's degree in Educational Technology and an Educational Specialist degree in Leadership. I also have a social studies endorsement. I have been in education since 2005, working as a substitute teacher and in after-school programs. I started teaching in the virtual setting in 2010. I have taught 3rd-5th grades self-contained, K-8 technology and currently teach 7th and 8th-grade social studies at an urban school. Lastly, I teach part-time for a virtual school, teaching coding courses. I am passionate about teaching and learning. I firmly believe in creating positives relationships is the foundation of the classroom environment.