Mrs. Chester's
Professional & Educational Background
Over the past 20 years, I have held many diverse roles in employment. With a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Fordham University, I began my professional work experience with a PR firm in New York City. After living abroad for a couple of years, my interests brought me back to the United States where I accepted a job at The John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts working in special events and international fundraising. While living in Seattle, I was fortunate to teach French and serve as a special events coordinator for an international organization fighting human trafficking. When a major shift in my life brought me back to Salt Lake City, I opened my own bakery, completed a Master of Arts in Teaching from Westminster College, and taught Kindergarten full-time.
For the past 7 years, I have had the privilege of teaching in a lower grade and upper grade classroom in both the private and public sector of education. I love learning right alongside my students, and consider it a privilege to be in the classroom each day. As an educator, I am committed to developing a curriculum that is focused on meeting the academic and emotional needs of each child, and one that supports creative learning and strong problem solving. I work tirelessly to foster a classroom environment that will nurture the development of a strong character, personal confidence, and empathy for each of her students daily.
On a Personal Note
I love to be with my family doing just about anything. My interests/hobbies include running, skiing, hiking, dancing, playing the piano, reading, speaking French, hosting friends for dinner, gardening, and traveling. I enjoy going to the cinema and the theater, and most weekends you will find me wrapped up in a DIY project or spending time outdoors with my husband and children. I love the color yellow! My favorite food is sushi, and I really enjoy reading historical and realistic fiction about WWII.