Personal mission: Make good people great! Years as an educator: 20+ Hobbies: Ballet, weightlifting, dark chocolate Greetings! I am an educator and coach with decades of experience helping people grow academically, emotionally, and athletically. I began my career as an English teacher with the New York City Department of Education in 2000. Since then, I have expanded my repertoire to include instruction in thesis writing, mindfulness practice, executive functioning and athletic coaching. I believe in empowering teens and tweens to become confident, independent learners by making connections and applying knowledge across multiple fields. Practice makes progress, and progress is the goal. I hold a BA in Drama Studies and an MS in Literacy. I'm a certified personal trainer with the National Sports and Conditioning Association, and I spent my sabbatical year studying mindfulness, biomechanics, and compassionate listening.