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I have been a public school teacher in various roles and locations in order to better understand the way education works at different levels and in different places. This has helped me to become a much better teacher and become more adept at handling a variety of situations and adapting to new environments.

I have also completed a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Utah State University. The focus of my research was on social justice in the field of outdoor education. It is my goal to make outdoor educational experiences better, more accessible, and more equitable for everyone. I am always open to collaborating with others on research related to these topics and hoping to move into an academic position soon, while still teaching in a junior high classroom.