Faculty
I have worked in education and student services for more than 15 years and am honored to serve as the Director of College and Career Readiness at Western. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about helping students identify their strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve their educational and career goals. In my role, I oversee programs that support college preparation, career exploration, workforce development, and student success, and I enjoy collaborating with educators, employers, community organizations, and families to create opportunities that help students successfully transition into higher education, workforce training, military service, and meaningful careers. I earned my Master of Public Administration from the University of Wyoming and my Bachelor of Science from Southern Utah University. My professional experience includes grant administration, data analysis, project management, financial aid, academic advising, and career services. One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is watching students gain confidence in their abilities and discover pathways that lead to fulfilling futures. I believe every student deserves access to the resources, guidance, and support needed to reach their full potential, and that by fostering strong relationships and creating opportunities for growth, we can help students develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary for lifelong success. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, spending time with my husband and three children, and being involved in the community. I value maintaining a balance between professional dedication and personal growth, and I strive to bring that perspective into my work every day.
The College and Career Readiness lab at Western is an amazing place to work! Through College and Career Readiness, I am able to empower my students to better their lives by earning a high school equivalency certificate, learning English, or developing college and career skills. I wear many hats at Western. Aside from my primary position as an ABE/ESL and Human Development instructor, I have taken on several other Western Wyoming Community College responsibilities. I lead students and community members in travel to Europe, Central America and Australia (several other travel opportunities in the works). I also enjoy educating community members about personal finance and sharing my love for baking and cake decorating through Western’s Community Education courses (800 students so far and counting!). In my free time I enjoy traveling, hiking, camping and skiing. I also enjoy spending time with my family and making do it yourself (DIY) YouTube videos about baking and cake decorating.
I love working at College and Career Readiness! The faculty and staff are amazing coworkers. We strive hard to provide an individual plan for each student so that each one can be successful. I love teaching in a positive environment which encourages students to add the word “yet” at the end of each “I can’t do that.” sentence. Teaching and helping people achieve their goals is a very rewarding career. I teach reading, writing, math, social studies, and science. My reading and writing classes are combined ESL/ABE to provide the basics in language, fluency, and grammar. My ABE math class is structured to provide a strong math foundation for students to progress into the ASE math course provided at CCR. Social studies and science are outlined to review main points in these subjects to prepare students to be successful on the Hi-Set test. My goal as a teacher is to continue learning and improving so that I can help each student reach his/her goals. In my free time I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family. In the past year I have traveled to Idaho, Washington, Utah, Arizona, and Italy. I hope this year will bring many exciting and challenging adventures.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Education in 2006 at The University of Carabobo, Venezuela. I worked as an ESL teacher for several years, among other bilingual positions. I am currently working as an ESL Adjunct Instructor in College and Career Readiness. I am so thankful for the opportunity to do what I love and for being part of such an amazing and supportive team. I have a true passion for working with adult learners because helping each person to progress in English skills is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, reading, cooking, outdoor activities, and especially spending quality time with family.
I was first hired to begin teaching here at Western Wyoming College shortly after moving here with my wife and three children in 2013. I've enjoyed calling Rock Springs home and have embraced the opportunity to be part of this community. My academic journey includes attending Brigham Young University for my bachelor's degree, as well as Adams State University and Utah State University for grad school. I have a passion for student centered learning and education. I want to help students thrive and prepare them for what lies ahead. I have loved being a part of the CCR (College & Career Readiness).
Staff
For more information, contact the College and Career Readiness, A212, Rock Springs, (307) 382-1829 or learning@westernwyoming.edu.