Why am I here?

I'm here to share my experiences and knowledge with those who care to learn and share their own. I've been an educator for over 15 years. This spans time and space as I've taught in urban public schools on the East Coast, resource-rich private schools in Puerto Rico, and alternative charter schools in California. 

I love to teach: especially when I get to share my passion and personal experiences, love of literature, and social justice with my students. 
I chose the education profession because, to me, it was the only way to give back to humanity in a cyclical and multiplying manner. What I do affects many. What I share and how I present myself can determine the life and fate of a world changer, a doer, a future world leader and humble servant of our social structure. My goal as a teacher is what Gandhi most eloquently spoke of being "the change you wish to see in the world". Who better than a teacher can ignite that same spirit in future generations?
So I am on my way... 

I've completed all coursework and the National University internship program for a multi-subject credential. I am currently working towards a Single Subject Credential with a focus on Spanish, but honestly, I love all Humanities and feel the options to be limitless. 

After taking the personality test, I found I have INFP characteristics. This makes sense as I tend to see the world through rose colored glasses (I even own a pair!). The upside to this is I can be empathetic to my students' strengths and challenges. The downside is I often fail to notice smaller, more important details which would lead me to identifying those needs because I daydream about the magnificent things I will do to incite a love of learning. This quiz opened my eyes to the fact that I must take time to think deeply and act on my students' individual needs in order to lead learners towards success. 

I currently teach Spanish to K-6 students at Creekside Charter School in Squaw Valley, California. My days are very busy as I teach 7 classes per day. I try to make learning fun through music, games, videos, and lots of literature and follow up with creative activities. Some of my (and my students) favorite units have been focused on the Day of the Dead, tropical birds of Central and South America, and Oceans and Trees. 

Someday I hope to take the time to write soulful bilingual books for children which are artistic, poetic, and meaningful. Until then, I will use what I've got and do what I can to ensure my students learn not only a new language, but about the beauty of the world and its inhabitants.