I've been teaching since 2004.  Over the years I've had the opportunity to teach at every grade level K-8.  I feel that this has helped me to see the progression of skills throughout an elementary student's career.  I currently teach 3rd grade and love helping these students grow from early elementary to upper elementary skills.  We transition from learning to read to reading to learn.  I try to encourage independence and instill a sense of personal responsibility for each student which they can carry throughout their educational career.