Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States
With over four years of diverse teaching and tutoring experience, I bring a unique blend of linguistic expertise, scientific curiosity, and pedagogical innovation to my role as a French teacher at Perry Meridian High School. My mission is to inspire learners through engaging instruction that integrates critical pedagogy and interdisciplinary approaches. By fostering a classroom culture rooted in collaboration and curiosity, I aim to empower students with diverse perspectives and skills that align with our organization’s goals. In Indianapolis I leverage block schedules to design dynamic lessons that engage students across varying proficiency levels. My background in botany and education allows me to incorporate scientific insights into my teaching, fostering interdisciplinary thinking. Additionally, previous experiences in tutoring and research have honed my ability to adapt to diverse learning needs and cultivate student success.
The entire French 1 & 2 program Co-sponsor for Environmental Club
Pursuing a Master’s degree in Education while continuing advanced botany coursework, integrating scientific knowledge into my critical pedagogy. Presented at 3MT and Celebration of Student Scholarship (2021, 2025) Conducted a summer-long research project in 2024 analyzing heavy metals in tomato seeds, comparing wild variants to cultivars. Led the project’s supervision, management, and execution. Founded and lead the Guerilla Farming Club, teaching how to identify edible and toxic wildflowers, medicinal plants, and botanical etymology. Received an ‘A’ on my capstone, which focused on deconstructing stigma in high school STEM and critically examining the language we use to teach botany, culminating in the creation of a medicinal plant chemistry program for secondary learners. (attached)
I led engaging, hands-on math and science lessons for children aged 4-5, integrating botanical concepts and fostering curiosity. I collaborated with my co-counselor to provide a balanced educational experience, and I also incorporated elements of my graduate studies in education to enrich our curriculum and inspire young learners.
French 7 and 8 French 2, 3, 4 Block schedules
French, Guitar, Math, and Biology tutor from middle school to university.