About Me

I earned my Master of Arts in Journalism Mass Communications in Public Relations from Kent State University and a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Phoenix. As a mom of four, I began college just two days before my 33rd birthday, juggling family responsibilities, education, and employment. I decided to continue my education in pursuit of a Doctor of Philosophy in Education and Organizational Leadership at Liberty University in 2019. I have completed 29 of 60 credit hours, and I hope to continue working toward the completion of that degree in the near future. My passion for teaching developed over time but started when I worked in supportive roles in education through an outreach program and as an elementary school clerk. As I worked in educational roles, my desire to teach deepened, and after completing my Master's degree, I taught adult students at Belhaven University in class and online, where I also served as a student advisor. I desire to help students understand how to successfully think through assignments and course requirements. I have taught College Success and Professional Portfolio courses, which focus on writing from an academic or professional point of view while following specific formatting requirements. I found I truly enjoy coaching/tutoring students on writing. I tutor students in writing for many subjects such as English, Creative Writing, Media, Professional Writing, and Business or Marketing courses. I also enjoy tutoring students on how to break down assignments to complete each task, find appropriate and credible information sources, with empowering engagement. Language and writing are foundational for everything a student learns. From day-to-day communication to ongoing professional development, the written word is paramount for success. Students who learn how to appropriately write for academic studies can be successful learners and successful professionals. Outside of education, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, walking, hiking, writing, biblical studies, television, and movies. I also serve as a marketing professional for a local nonprofit. My husband and I enjoy venturing to coffee shops and interesting restaurants, especially when we travel. We enjoy traveling on laid back adventures that allow us to wander and explore. I have self published two books: a Christian devotional and a Bible Study.

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