I am currently an ESL teacher with Petal Schools. I am a wife and mother of 4. I am a first-generation Peruvian American and speak Spanish. I received my Bachelor's degree at Missouri Southern State University in Criminal Justice Administration and my Master's at USM in the area of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
I am certified to teach English as a second language in grades k-12, English Language Art grades 7-12, Social studies 7-12, and Spanish 7-12. I have been working with youth and at-risk populations for over 15 years. My career and life experiences have provided me with valuable insight into understanding diverse students and the importance of focusing on identifying and addressing their needs. I believe that reducing the concerns the students bring to school every day will increase their productivity and overall quality of life. I have a passion to teach and that has made me aware that I have to prepare my classroom environment as well as my heart for students who may have needs that I am not aware of yet. I feel that my passion to meet the needs of the students is what makes me an effective teacher and leader.
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