I am a certified secondary educator passionate about helping students build confidence through meaningful instruction, strong relationships, and engaging classroom experiences. As a Geometry Teacher and Band Staff member at Ruston High School, I combine academic rigor with creativity and collaboration to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.

Louisiana State Certified Teacher

Secondary Education (Grades 6-12) | Endorsements: Social Studies, Business Education, Geometry (OFAT)

Issued: June 2023 | Expires: April 2028

Google Certified Educator - Level 2

Issued: December 2023 | Expires December 2026

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education – Social Studies

Louisiana Tech University — Ruston, LA | September 2019 – May 2023

Minors: Music, History

High School Teacher, Ruston High School – Ruston, LA | July 2025 – Present

Provides standards-based Geometry instruction to approximately 80 students using the Savvas enVision A|G|A curriculum.

Serves as a member of the Band Staff

Assists with rehearsals where needed

Serves as a chaperone on trips

Occasionally leads an ensemble and rehearsals

Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Ruston High School – Ruston, LA | February 2025 – May 2025

Led World History instruction, maintaining standards and pacing.

Delivered lessons with prepared plans.

Substitute Teacher, Lincoln Parish School Board – Ruston, LA | December 2023 – June 2025

Filled in for short-term and emergency roles, primarily at Ruston High School.

Adapted to daily needs with or without plans provided.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher, West Ouachita High School – West Monroe, LA | January 2024 – May 2024

Taught Personal Finance using adapted and created materials.

Substitute Teacher, Ouachita Parish School Board – West Monroe, LA | September 2022 – May 2024

Filled in for short-term and emergency roles at West Ouachita High School.

Adapted to daily needs with or without plans provided.

Middle School Teacher, Webster Junior High School – Minden, LA | July 2023 – October 2023

Taught 7th Grade American History (On-Level & Honors) and Health Education.

Resident Teacher (Student Teaching), West Ouachita High School – West Monroe, LA | August 2022 – May 2023

Co-taught AP Human Geography and AP U.S. History.

Assisted in unit design, grading, and differentiated instruction.

Lab Consultant, Louisiana Tech University – Ruston, LA | Sept 2021 – Aug 2023

Managed a computer lab environment, including maintenance and student support.

Assisted students with technical issues, 3D printing, and software navigation.

At-Large Rep, Percussion – Russ-Town Community Band Board – Ruston, LA | January 2025 – Present

Provides input at monthly board meetings and advocate for the percussion section.

Percussionist – Russ-Town Community Band – Ruston, LA | December 2018 – Present

Performs in community concerts throughout the year, contributing to Ruston’s and Lincoln Parish’s cultural enrichment.

Instructional Skills

Standards-Based Instruction

Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Student Engagement

Assessment Design

Technology

Google Workspace

Google Classroom

Google Chrome OS

Microsoft Windows

Savvas enVision

SMART Boards

Promethean Boards

Swivl Lesson Recording

3D Printing

Learning Management Systems