EDUCATION
- Master of Arts (2009, University of Colorado, Denver) Educational Psychology - Magna Cum Laude; Emphasis: Human Development, Adult Learning & Counseling
- Bachelor of Arts (2003, College of Charleston, South Carolina) Elementary and Early Childhood Education – Cum Laude
- Certifications through the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA)
- Certified Labor Doula
- Certified Postpartum Doula
- Certified Lactation Educator
- Montessori Teaching Credentials and Certifications
- Montessori Education Center of the Rockies, Boulder, Colorado – Infant and Toddler (Birth to Three Years) Certification
- North American Montessori Center, Canada – Preschool and Kindergarten (Ages Three to Six) Certification
- Certified Signing Smart Infant and Toddler Sign Language Instructor
- Certified Body Talk ACCESS Technician
- Attended Advanced Practice Birth Support Training for Mountain Midwifery Birth Center
EXPERIENCE
- Mother of one
- Teacher – From 2000 to 2007; Varying grades and age levels ranging from infants to 8th grade
- Labor Doula – 2006 to present
- Postpartum Doula – 2007 to present
- Signing Smart Sign Language Instructor – 2007 to present
- Lactation Educator (Breastfeeding classes, Education and Support) – 2008 to present
- Parent Educator and Consultant – 2007 to Present
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AWARDS/CERTIFICATIONS
- CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association)
- NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)
- AMS (American Montessori Society)
- Kappa Delta Pi (International Education Honor Society)
- Golden Key (International Academic Honor Society)
- Nominated for “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers”
- Red Cross 1st Aid, CPR and Medication Administration certified
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