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Being a Physical Education teacher at Gazert is wonderful. Our classes have the opportunity to engage in a variety of games, athletics and sport related activities. On a personal level, I enjoy traveling. Have had numerous flights to cities all over the world. Incorporating these skills into my teaching practice is fun.

Biography

I teach 3rd, 4th and 5th grade Special Education in a Focus classroom.

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Personal Message

   I came to the US from Ethiopia in 1981 to attend college. I graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Botany. Later I earned a teaching certificate and a Masters Degree from Pacific Oaks College NW. My program emphasized social justice and early childhood education. I wrote my Master's thesis on "Finding a Better Way to Teach Math to Young Children."
I started teaching at Bailey Gatzert in 1998. I taught 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades. In 2010, I became a Math Specialist. I still feel excited when I discover new ways to think about math.
Outside of work I play soccer, paint on paper and canvas, and experiment with string instruments. I'm interested in global politics and spending time with my family.