I hold my Bachelor of Arts in International Studies after learning about different cultures, religions, and people groups during my time at Cedarville University. This passion has grown through five years of working with an afterschool program for elementary age students in my community, and continued as I have spent the past two years tutoring English language learners through an online platform. It has been through these experiences that I've grown to believe in the power of embracing students for who they are, as I look for ways to connect students' hobbies and interests with the subject material. After learning about students' interests, I vocally encourage each student's strengths, while internally taking note of areas where they can be challenged to grow in the future.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy traveling with my wife, listening to music, and relaxing in nature. I also love learning about and spending time with people from different backgrounds, as I value open-mindedness and strive to find new ways to grow.