My Primary Purpose as CDC:
I am a passionate, dedicated educator working to harmonize career development services. By collaborating with all stakeholders as coordinator,
Teacher, mentor, facilitator, advocate, and positive role model, students will be encouraged to think critically about their future.
Services Provided:
Career Advising and Research/Career Development Plans
Self-Exploration Assessments
Junior/Senior Internships
Senior Apprenticeships
Junior and Senior Job Shadows
Senior ACT WorkKeys Preparation for NC Career Readiness Certification
CTE Course/Career Pathway Options
Work Ready Services: Resume Writing, Interview Skills, Job Search
Qualifications Summary:
Fourteen years of successful Career and Technical Education instruction in Business/Computers (Holmes & Rockingham County Middle)
Academically and Intellectually Gifted Specialist (Monroeton Elementary)
Rockingham County School Consultant (special projects)
Seven years as an Accountant/Auditor in the public sector
Education and Credentials:
1999-2000 North Carolina Central University-Durham, NC
Provisional Entry Course Requirements, Educator’s License in Middle Grades
Business (6-9) and Vocational Business Education (6-12)
1989-1993 University of North Carolina at Greensboro-Greensboro, NC
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Cum Laude
1986-1989 John M. Morehead High School-Eden, NC
Cum Laude Graduate, National Honors Society, NC Scholar, Flag Team Captain, various clubs and organizations
Accomplishments/Recognition:
2015-present Global Career Facilitator Certification
2012-2014 RCS Teacher Leadership Academy
2009-2010 Rockingham County Middle School Teacher of the Year
2009-2010 Rockingham County Teacher of the Year
2009-Present Alpha Delta Kappa Psi Chapter Member/Chaplain
2024-2025 Rockingham County Schools CTE Teacher of the Year
2004 National Board Certification-Career and Technical Education; Renewed until 2029