I have almost twenty years of experience as an educator and writer. 

Teaching ESOL in diverse communities helped me view the world from a different perspective. To share these stories, I co-founded and became a steady contributor to First Person: Narratives from the Classroom for the Virginia Journal of Education.  My work has also been featured in Gargoyle Magazine.

I am comfortable writing on a variety of topics, and skilled in helping others find their voice on paper. I have created and edited website content and other communications for non-profit organizations, schools, and independently owned businesses. I especially enjoy working with female entrepreneurs.

In my role as co-chair for the Montgomery County Public Schools Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (SECAC), I partner with administrators, families, and community groups to advocate for students with special needs.
In my roaring twenties, I lived in Seville, Spain. The experience gave me a deep understanding of language, culture, and the joy of friendship with people of different backgrounds. 
I enjoy traveling, hiking, and watching movies with my super supportive husband, and our two "spirited" sons. I like to spend time with friends, nerd out to podcasts, and always have a novel on the nightstand.   
I’m detail oriented, open-minded, flexible, and insightful — but not before a trip to the local coffee shop.