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 Mrs. Gasson has a Masters degree in Education. She has been teaching elementary school for over twenty years . Mrs. Gasson's passion and joy is to see all children develop the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and all teachers develop the skills to equip their students to be lifelong learners! |
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 Mrs. Riccelli has been teaching since 1998. She is a graduate of Ottawa University, majoring in Elementary Education. Not only does she teach as a profession, she is actively involved in her church as a teacher. Being the busy woman she is, she still manages to take great care of her husband and two little girls. Mrs. Riccelli's dedication and passion are just a few of her great attributes. Her goal is to provide a happy, safe environment for Sage's children to learn in. |
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 Miss Mary has a love for children and a natural talent for knowing what motivates children to learn and grow into terrific individuals. She has a calm, loving manner with her class and is able to see a need throughout the campus and fill it. Miss Mary has taken over 60 hours in childcare classes and is a participant in the Succeeds Program, which will help to achieve accreditation in childcare. She was a Youth Pastor for two years and has more then 3 years experience in Early Childhood. |
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 Mrs. Flyer has been in office administration for over three years. Raised in a Christian home and homeschooled through high school, Tracy understands the value of an excellent education. She is experienced in youth leadership through church and volunteer programs. She has directed and assisted in dramas and musical performances for the Preschool, Charter School and Church Youth Groups. A devoted wife and worker, Tracy is committed to taking the extra step to be successful and supportive..
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 Ms. Avaras is a graduate of Arizona State University with a Major in Elementary Education. Her goal is to engage, challenge and inspire growth in her students and create an environment that promotes student achievement. Ms. Avaras also is a dance instructor for a theater program. She is very passionate about working with children and is looking forward to meeting all her wonderful Kindergarten students.
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 Ms. Miller has her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with concentration in Early Childhood Development. She is a certified teacher and is experienced with working with children from diverse backgrounds. As a mother of two young children, she is no stranger to juggling more then a few things at a time. Ms. Miller brings a love of teaching to the classroom everyday and has an open mind to new ideas and a fresh prospective to learning. |
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 Ms. Long has her Master's Degree in Education/Curriculum Instruction and her Master's degree in Theatre. She is completing her English Language Learner Endorsement. As a certified teacher, she has a great passion for making school a safe and creative environment for her students to learn. Her educational and theatrical background has proven a very successful combination in creating meaningful experiences for children and their families. Ms. Long has tutored all ages and is more then up to the challenge of a multi-grade class.
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 Ms. Vomero has a Bachelor's degree in Education and is a ceritfied teacher. She comes highly recommended to us from California and is eagar to bring her experience to Sage Academy. Ms. Vomero is proficient at differentiating instruction and working with children with special needs. She has strong math and classroom management skills and will be a welcome addition to our coaching staff.
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Ms. James has a background in Fine Arts and years of Childhood Development experience. She believes strongly in the power of education and discipline. It is her desire to teach children the values and skills needed for everyday living. Ms. James wants to aide in helping children to make good choices, work independently, have good manners, take responsibility, to share, be empathetic, caring, honest and respectful. She truely believes, Character Counts! Here at Sage Academy, Ms. James enjoys wearing several hats as she teaches library, art, music, computers and P.E. She also works in our summer program and in the daycare.
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 After completing the Arizona Teacher's Proficiency Exam, Ms. Debbie homeschooled her children through high school. Instilling a passion for education in her children, they all pursued Post Secondary School education. Ms. Debbie is now taking her love for teaching to the younger generation and helping to influence them to pursue knowledge. She definitely has the patience and love to care for our smallest children.
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 Ms. Jessi is the mother of a wonderful little boy. She loves spending time with her family, so has decided to work with some of them. She was raised in Canada and went to Windsor University. Ms. Jessi has a degree in Message Therapy for infants through adults. She has worked with the daycare for almost three years and is a great addition to our staff. She loves spending time laughing and playing with her students, while keeping a firm, gentle manner with our toddlers. Her students learn the skills necessary to be self sufficient as well as many academic basics. Ms. Jessi encourages open communication with her parents in order that each child's needs are met.
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Ms. Jill comes to us with lots of experience in childcare. As the eldest in her large family, she has developed a strong mothering disposition. Her classroom is well managed and full of learning. Ms. Jill tutors older children, so is aware of not only where her students need to be academically, but also how to remediate early if she sees a child struggling. She is actively involved in her church doing VBS, a puppet ministry and being on the Worship Team and so is also able to develop a strong Christian foundation for her students.
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 Ms. Lia is a mother of two wonderful boys and is currently taking classes to get her nursing degree. Lia is a member of the Paradise Valley Young Life and is a regular church attendee. She began her childcare career as a Child Care Attendant at LA Fitness and has worked in our baby room for almost 2 years. She has a strong sense of family and the sanctity of life, making her a perfect fit for our daycare.
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Ms. Kelsey loves playing sports and has played softball for 9 years. She has a passion for the film industry and is currently attending Scottsdale Community College learning about movie/film production. Kelsey plans on going to ASU for a degree in motion pictures. She has babysat and taken childcare classes since middle school and has been a part of the daycare for over 3 years. With her flare for drama, Kelsey is able to keep the children amused through stories, songs and dramatic play. She is a strong addition to our staff and loves the chance to play with the children.
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