Meet the Administrative Team

I am beginning my 32nd year as an educator, and I am grateful for the wide range of experiences I’ve had throughout my career. I graduated from Illinois State University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education. I began my career as a hearing itinerant, providing services to students with hearing loss in mainstream environments. This role gave me a strong understanding of general education and best practices for supporting students with hearing loss, ensuring their academic success.

For the next 17 years, I worked in a self-contained program for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, including those with additional disabilities. In this role, I taught students at the Early Childhood and Middle School levels and collaborated with a wide range of service providers to create a comprehensive support system. Additionally, I served as the auditory skills teacher, working closely with cochlear implant and audiology teams to ensure students had access to auditory information, which supported the development of their overall communication skills.

In 2011, I earned my Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Concordia University. Before joining SEDOL, I served as a Special Education Supervisor for eight years, overseeing programs for students with intellectual disabilities, high-incidence disabilities (such as learning disabilities, other health impairments, and developmental delays), and students with hearing loss. This role provided me with valuable experience in managing a variety of special education programs in a large school district, where I deepened my understanding of the unique needs of students receiving special education services.

In 2023, I had the privilege of joining the team at John Powers Center as Assistant Principal. I am excited to combine my previous experiences in education and leadership to serve our students. I strive to lead with a child-centered approach, ensuring that every student reaches their fullest potential. I am committed to fostering collaboration among staff, families, and stakeholders to provide a high-quality educational experience for all students. I look forward to continuing to provide exceptional services to exceptional students within the SEDOL community.