Biography

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

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   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.

Biography

4th Grade Teacher

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I love teaching and hope my students are inspired to love learning! I completed my Bachelor's degree through the College of Education at the University of Washington and then went on to receive my Master's in Teaching through UW and the Seattle Teacher Residency. When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with friends and family, rock climbing, and trying new recipes!

Biography

I absolutely love teaching, especially building relationships with my students and their families.

I was born and raised in Seattle and am a product of Seattle Public Schools. I graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor’s degree from the College of Education, and a minor in mathematics. I then earned my Masters in Teaching from Seattle University, and am very excited to be back in the Redhawk community here at Bailey Gatzert.
Along with teaching, I also enjoy being active and playing sports, including biking, soccer, basketball, football, volleyball, and softball.

Half-time math interventionist 2018-present. Third grade teacher 2012-2018. Fluent in Tagalog and Ilokano languages. Conversational Spanish speaker. Attended Seattle Public Schools, elementary to high school. Masters in Teaching degree, Seattle University Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Seattle University.