Bio

I’m originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, but most of my favorite childhood memories took place far from home. I was fortunate enough to have all kinds of outdoor experiences growing up, from the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas to the rocky coastline of Maine. These adventures with my family developed within me a passion for the environment.… Continue reading Bio

Philosophy of Education

Education should be a child-centered, holistic pursuit, focused on educating the whole child and preparing them for life in an interconnected world. In order to accomplish this, an educator must set up a learning environment that allows students to feel welcomed, safe, valued, and able to take risks. The foundation of this learning environment is… Continue reading Philosophy of Education

Julia had a very close eye on each individual without micromanaging the group. She was effective at keeping the group on task, facilitating processing what the children have learned, and prepping them in what they would learn. The activities she chose for the group were successful as the kids learned, stayed positive, and had a fun time as a group.

-Parent Chaperone, November 2017

You always accommodated the things that I needed and taught in many different ways.

– Student, March 2018