I've loved working in education over the last decade and am grateful for the skills it's helped me develop. These include:Efficiency:-Teaching well requires far more hours than the work day allows. To make the most of my time, I've developed routines for myself and students, and organizational strategies to streamline planning. These skills have translated into my day-to-day life, in which I'm able to break down large projects, determine how to tackle each component most efficiently, execute on the plan, and reflect on its efficacy.Communication:-I proactively build relationships with students and their families, administrators and fellow teachers. Listening to others, understanding their motivations, and leading our team towards common goals is at the heart of my day-to-day work.-I make conceptually challenging content relatable. Explanations can be verbal, but usually include experiments, simulations, visuals and activities to lead students to their own discovery.Creative problem-solving:-I constantly think of and evaluate new ways to teach content. Most recently, I've developed a whole lab-based curriculum around the science of food and cooking.-As an educator, I've had to pitch many initiatives. I've developed great strengths in researching, gathering and processing data, and creating a concise and compelling pitch.I'm eager to pursue additional avenues for using my skills and furthering my personal and professional development.