I am an artist, educator, and holistic life coach with decades of diverse experiences that make me a unique, well-rounded, and engaging caregiver. Relationships have defined my life and my work; from public health in Chicago to running a production company in Seattle to classrooms in the Midwest and South, and more! My strength as an educator is in understanding human development, both the neurological and social emotional aspects. Be it a classroom or a family, I practice building intentional culture through respect, responsibility, & logical discipline. Kids play, study, and learn how to be engaged and responsible for themselves and what they care about. What I'm saying is, we won't just watch tv. We'll explore, experiment, and learn important skills together in a way that will bring them pride and a sense of confidence. I am good with humans of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of ability or neurodivergence. I'm great with pets, too (I'm also a dog trainer).