An international educator with U.S. citizenship (born 1974) holds a Doctor of Education (2017) and Education Specialist degree (2014) from Liberty University (Virginia), a Master of Science in Education (2009) from Marshall University (West Virginia), and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts (2007) from Marshall University.
With over 15 years of teaching and educational leadership experience across the U.S., Germany, China, and Taiwan, they specialize in IB MYP Science, general science, and social studies (grades 5–12). Current roles include MYP Science Teacher at Sias International School (China, 2024–present) and Adjunct Instructor at Mary Baldwin University (U.S., 2022–present), where they train teachers in online instruction and standards-aligned lesson planning. Prior roles include High School MYP Science Teacher/STEM Coordinator (Bullitt County Schools, U.S.) and Pedagogical Adviser (European School RheinMain, Germany), focusing on student pastoral care, exam coordination, and interdisciplinary lesson design.
Certifications include U.K. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), U.S. Kentucky Professional Teaching Certificate, and IB MYP Science Category 1 (Category 2 pending 2025). Proficient in educational tools like ManageBac, Canvas, and Google Classroom, with expertise in NGSS, inquiry-based learning, and curriculum development for diverse student populations.