I also plan on pursuing my Associate's Degree in American Sign Language Interpreting, to obtain my certification as an American Sign Language Interpreter. In this position, I coordinate events for youth softball programs across the globe through grassroots initiatives and tournaments; having worked in youth sports for over seven years as a coach, mentor, and board member. I am very passionate about creating an excitement for learning for students of all ages! I currently tutor American Sign Language exclusively. Throughout college, I worked as a tutor in this subject and have studied the material extensively for over eight years. I am very passionate about this because I believe that everyone should have a basic understanding of American Sign Language for communicating with people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. The more that we open our minds to the knowledge of understanding this wonderful language, the more we can understand how to relate to those around us. I like to engage my students by using music to translate lyrics into Sign and encourage them to increase their vocabulary skills on a daily basis. I have been taught by both deaf and hearing professors and I make a point to stay updated on signs that have become outdated or updated. In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities such as running, rock climbing, swimming and cycling. I myself continue to practice and learn American Sign Language to grow in my knowledge of the subject.

Running, Rock Climbing, Cycling, Competitive Triathlon, Attending Theatre, Playing the Ukulele, Coaching Youth Softball, Gardening, Traveling, Attending Sporting Events (Baseball, Ice Hockey, Basketball, Softball), Volunteering at the local Animal Shelter.