About me
I bring 27 years of experience in public education, beginning as a special education teacher and later serving as a grant writer and secondary administrator in the Salt Lake City School District.
For the past 17 years, I have led in a range of school settings, including small district charter schools, alternative high schools, and large comprehensive high schools. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities schools face across different contexts.
Throughout my career, I have worked to strengthen instructional practice, support educators, and build systems that help students succeed—often while navigating limited resources and complex school environments. Whether recruiting and supporting students in small schools or leading instructional improvement efforts in large settings, my work has centered on helping educators translate goals into meaningful classroom practice.
I am currently a doctoral candidate in Educational Leadership and Policy, with a research focus on early-career teacher retention. My work explores how early-career teacher experiences, professional identity and other conditions influence teacher's decisions to stay in or leave the profession. This research is grounded in the realities I have seen in schools and is designed to offer practical insights for teachers and leaders. I look forward to engaging with educators and leaders who are interested in strengthening support for new teachers and building sustainable school communities.
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