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I was born and raised in Japan until I started college in Alabama. I obtained US citizenship. I speak Japanese, English and Spanish (enough to teach and communicate with parents). I chose this profession simply because I enjoy working and having a good time with children! All my family members live in Japan, that includes my husband. Since I do not have any children of my own, all the students who walk into my life become mine while I have them, if I may say so. I tell my students to think of me as their grandma, grandpa, mom, dad, or anyone who protects them and helps them enjoy school!

B.A.in Early Childhood Education P-3 from Jacksonville State University M.A. in ESL K-12 from University of Alabama in Birmingham B.A. in Sociology from Jacksonville State University

ALSDE Class B- Early Childhood Education K-3
ALSDE Class A- ESL K-12

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I have taught ESL in Athens City Schools for 11 years before I started working for Huntsville City Schools. I served as an ESL teacher for 4 years. I have been teaching 2nd grade ever since.