“Words can never express how blessed we feel to have our daughter at North Wall. We are continually amazed with how much she develops and learns at your school.”
– Marsha Hamm, Professor at Gonzaga University
Teacher/Child Ratio: 1:10
Maximum Class Size: 20
Ages of Children: 3 – 5 years
BA Elementary Education
Personal Background:
I have had the honor of being a teacher for 14 years. I am a wife to my loving husband, Tim, and a mother to three beautiful daughters. I enjoy hanging out and spending time with my extended family and outdoor activities at the lake cabin.
Personal Teaching Philosophy:
My philosophy of teaching is to respect and show compassion to all. To teach is to guide and coach these amazing children to think with their heart, mind, and soul. I want the students to enjoy learning, be problem solvers, and helpful to others.
BA Elementary Education
Personal Background:
I began as a Guest Teacher and working in the full day preschool room in 2021. I then became lead Toddler Teacher in June of 2021 until my husband and I welcomed our baby girl. Joining the AM classes in 2022 has allowed me to continue my passion and love for teachings as well as spend time with my daughter. I come from a large family that inspires my passion for teaching. I love spending time outdoors. camping and kayaking.
Personal Teaching Philosophy:
I want to encourage students to learn from their mistakes and find ways to problem solve. By putting love behind every interaction, I can foster a creative outlook on life and learning by creating curious and creative opportunities to expand on their learning.
Goals for the Class:
- To have a safe, secure, stimulating environment in which children will flourish
- To develop self-awareness and empathy
- To learn to work together as a community and help each other learn
- To engage in a developmentally appropriate, stimulating curriculum
- To have each child’s individuality celebrated
- To be supported by unconditional love and encouragement
Class Schedule:
8:55 to 9:15 – Arrival and Hand Washing
9:15 to 9:45 – Circle Time
9:45 to 10:15 – PE or Recess
10:15 to 11:00 – Developmental Learning Centers (language, math, art, science, social studies, geography)
11:00 to 11:15 – Show and Share
11:15 to 11:30 – Snack
11:30 to 11:45 – Closing Circle and Dismissal
