I am originally from Alabama. I got my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from University of Alabama at Birmingham. I moved up to Alaska 7 years ago. I began working for the Fairbanks School District. I have worked for the school district for 7 years both as a special education aide and a special education teacher. I have tutored and worked with students with varying educational abilities and physical disabilities. I am a very hands on person, so a lot of modeling and visual aids esp