Where It All Began
A homeschool childhood that shaped everything
Growing up homeschooled from Pre-K through high school is something I treasure deeply. My parents gave us an incredible gift: the freedom to learn about the things we were genuinely passionate about. Whether it was sailing, cooking, playing violin, or diving into a great book together as a family. Our learning was always driven by curiosity and interest.
Because of that, learning never felt like a chore. It felt like an adventure. When you're exploring something you actually care about, you don't even realize how much you're absorbing. That's the magic of interest-led learning. It doesn't feel like work, it feels like living.
That experience is at the heart of everything I bring to my teaching today. I want every child I work with to feel that same spark. To discover that learning isn't something that happens to them, but something they get to do for themselves, guided by their own wonder and enthusiasm.
Learning piano, music was always a big part of our home
"When learning is driven by what excites you, it never feels like work. It feels like joy."
My Journey
The story behind the village
Early Years
Homeschooled Pre-K through High School
Experienced firsthand how powerful personalized learning can be, and how important it is to adapt teaching to fit each child.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of Scranton, building a strong foundation in child development and educational practice.
Graduate Education
Master's Degree in Reading
Developed deep expertise in literacy instruction, reading comprehension strategies, and evidence-based teaching practices.
10+ Years
Working with Children
Over a decade of hands-on experience helping children build confidence, strengthen skills, and discover a love for learning.
Today
It Takes a Village Co.
Supporting families through personalized tutoring and thoughtfully designed digital resources that make learning meaningful.
Teaching Philosophy
My goal is to support families in creating positive, effective learning experiences
I believe learning is not one-size-fits-all. Every child deserves to feel confident, capable, and understood. My approach focuses on the whole child, meeting students where they are, building strong relationships, and creating learning experiences that are both effective and enjoyable.
Because when children feel supported, they don't just learn. They thrive.
Work With Me
