A little about me…

HI, EVERYBODY!

As a former Kindergarten teacher of 10 years, I came to learn that my place was with children others found challenging (and I found interesting, charismatic, exciting and determined). I have interned with world renowned early childhood educator, author and advocate Bev Bos in Roseville, CA.

Through my life-changing experiences I have adopted a proactive and strength based approach to behavior. I provide children with the right tools to help them be their very best. I only use behavior strategies cemented in LOVE. I refuse to use fear-based strategies such as stickers, tickets, tokens, points, clips and candy. I believe in internal motivation and that rewards and punishments need to hit the trash.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communication

  • Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (M.Ed)

  • Behavior Certificate from The International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training

LET'S WORK TOGETHER!

I spend my days in public and private schools, early learning centers, preschools and homes helping children and adults understand each other better. I also spend my days, many evenings (and weekends) leading professional development workshops for educators, administration and parents. I use humor, tell stories from my past and current days working with “challenging” children, and magically make time fly by. These workshops can be found in my shop.