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I graduated from University of Central Missouri where I earned my bachelor’s degree in social work. I spent the next six years in the trenches of the Public Welfare system. My experiences as a social worker definitely helped mold me into the person I am today. The desire to teach came from my experiences as a social worker. I went back to school to earn my master’s degree along with my Elementary Certification. I attended Webster University and completed my teaching certification in 2005 an.

As a conceptual Art Director with broadcast experience for planning, creating and producing TV commercials, I decided to learn Final Cut Pro. After familiarizing myself with the Final Cut Pro interface, with the supplied tutorials, I signed up for classes: Final Cut Pro 7, Final Cut Pro 7 Advanced, Soundtrack Pro and Motion 4. I took my Certification test in February of 2011 and became an Apple Certified Pro for Final Cut Pro 7. I have experience with sound design, music tracks, color correction.

As a professional video editor, my reputation depends on my thorough and complete understanding of the tools of the trade. Proficient in Final Cut Studio 3 (Final Cut Pro 7, Motion 4, Compressor 3, DVD Studio 4) and Avid Media Composer, I know what info to share with students and the benefits of working with the applications. But it’s more than that. Knowing the tools is one thing, knowing when and why to use them is quite another. I can share this professional insight with students to make.

Hello! I am an Elementary Teacher who has taught for the past 4 years. I taught many subjects and grades my first year, and for the past 3 years I taught 4th grade. I have also been a tutor for the past 8 years. I specialize in reading and language arts, but can teach all elementary level subjects. I have also worked with students in the past on organizational skills and study habits..