I am originally from a small town in Texas but have always felt called by the mountains. A week after graduating from Baylor University, I moved to Denver and worked in sales but was unfulfilled. In 2014, I began my studies at the Montessori Education Center of the Rockies and received my infant and toddler teaching certificate in 2015 from the American Montessori Society. I have been working with both toddlers and infants since then. Working with small children in a Montessori environment creates a kind of ‘magic.’ Children are able to move freely and explore without being told ‘what’ to do but are instead shown ‘how’ to do something. My favorite part of this educational philosophy is working with families. I love answering questions from parents, as well as offering new knowledge and advice. School in the Woods is an exceptional place that fosters ‘Montessori magic’ in all areas. Some of my hobbies outside of the classroom include playing golf with my husband, finding and trying new recipes, and learning how to throw pottery.