I am a primary/junior teacher living in beautiful northwestern Ontario, Canada. I started teaching back in 2012 when I landed my dream job in grade one straight outta University.
Like every teacher, I learned soooo much in my first three years (…still learning now!). My teaching style and values changed drastically with experience and after becoming a parent myself, which has lead me to where I am today.
I have developed a much more wholistic approach to education. I value experiences over rote learning, authentic inquiry over teaching to the test (or curriculum), and I believe that student success starts with student happiness…hence why Fun With Firsties puts an emphasis on the FUN!
Self-regulation and mental health are also areas of passion for me. And, I believe that building positive peer relationships is essential for creating a healthy, supportive learning environment.
I envision classrooms as places of excitement and passion, where students explore their interests and learn new things in FUN and engaging ways.
Okay. That’s me as a teacher. But we are not our jobs! So, let’s get to know each other outside of the classroom…
My two boys, husband, and our long-haired chihuahua, Carlos, enjoy camping in the middle of nowhere and exploring the endless forests and lakes around our “wilderness city.” I also love hiking and climbing mountains.
And, because I’m actually scared of heights, I decompress with knitting, crochet, reading, and gardening like a good little grandma-in-training.
Chickens and ducks have been on my bucket list for many years now so if you sign up for my email list please respond with any advice! 🤣
Below are some of MY favs…what are yours?
blues & greens
sushi
chocolate
black or dirty chai
baking bread
Friends
Moana
Everything & Bob Marley
