I started my teaching journey in my hometown of Syracuse, NY, at the very middle school I once attended as a child. My enthusiasm for the job and my impact on the students led me to be more involved so I started coaching as well. My accomplishments in the classroom paved the way for various leadership opportunities and allowed me to support my colleagues. After relocating to Georgia with my family, I adapted to teaching through Zoom meetings and digital platforms during the COVID pandemic. I took a break from teaching to focus on starting my family, and now I’m eager to return to the education sector. In addition to teaching, I am passionate about completing Spartan races and discovering new hiking trails and places to explore.