Experienced Educator | Relationship-Based Teaching Advocate | Reading Specialist | Graydin Certified CoachWith over 25 years of experience in both mainstream classrooms and special education settings, I am deeply passionate about fostering learning environments grounded in relationships, nurturing the holistic development of every individual. My commitment to social justice drives me to integrate innovative and engaging approaches into the curriculum, empowering students to critically engage with relevant issues.As a reading specialist trained in Empower Reading and currently utilizing the UFLI reading approach, I specialize in supporting emergent readers to master fluency skills effectively. Additionally, my Graydin certification as a coach enables me to collaborate with educational organizations in adopting a coaching approach to enhance school culture and effectiveness.