Bio
I received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics in 2003 and then attended a PhD program at the University of Pittsburgh while serving as a teaching assistant for Calculus I and Calculus II. While I did well in my first year of the program, I realized it just wasn’t for me, for I simply wanted to teach math and to be happy rather than sticking around in the program for another 4 years when I really wasn’t into it. I switched career plans and got my Pennsylvania teaching certificate in secondary math while picking up another bachelor’s degree, this one in mathematics education.
I was hired by the district in 2006 and have since taught 7th grade math. I try to help each student I teach the best that I can and thoroughly enjoy it. I have had great years teaching at this school. I have a master’s degree in classroom technology and integrate technology into my classes when it can improve student understanding. I am currently working on my second master’s degree. I like to spend my free time with my family. I also enjoy sports, movies, and reading.
– 7th Grade Mathematics Teacher (Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School: 2006-present)
– Currently working on M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction — University of Nebraska Kearney
– M.S. Classroom Technology (4.0 GPA — Wilkes University 2010)
– B.S.Ed. Mathematics Education (4.0 GPA — Indiana University of Pennsylvania 2006)
– B.S. Mathematics (4.0 GPA — Indiana University of Pennsylvania Robert E. Cook Honors College 2003)
Reviews
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