Personal Message

In Seattle Public Schools, psychologists support educational excellence in each classroom.  With background in both education and psychology, these specialists work closely with teachers to develop the most effective learning package for each individual child. 

Depending on the specific needs of each school, a psychologist may:
-help a teacher identify a student's needs, strength, and learning styles
-assist a teacher with effective instruction and behavior management
-participate in the multidisciplinary team evaluation for Special Education services
-promote communication between the home and the school
-and many more

I was born and raised in Shoreline where I graduated from Shorecrest High School. I have been married to my wife Julie for 33 years; we have two grown sons that both work in construction, and two grandchildren.  I earned a BA in English from the University of Washington in 1989, have a Masters in Education from Central Michigan University, a Masters in Teaching from Seattle University and my Administrative Certificate from Western Washington University.  I was first inspired to teach at age 14 when I worked at a summer camp and instructed rowing, canoeing, swimming, and lifesaving.  Later, I taught college English on-board the USS Peleliu while serving as a combat photographer in the Marine Corps. I started my career as a public school teacher in 1999 in Edmonds and have been teaching in Seattle for the last 11 years. I have taught English, History, Leadership, Photography, Theory of Knowledge, been a Dean of Students, an Activities Coordinator, and Carpentry and Construction Trades. I’ve worked for construction companies and have been a general contractor.

Biography

Special Education Department Head (Resource/SEL)
Special Education Geometry Teacher
Special Education Social/Emotional Teacher