Tina received her Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Education and Master of Education from Brock University. She has also completed her Special Education and Reading Specialists along with numerous other additional qualifications, including Guidance and Career Education plus 3 Mathematics courses. Tina created and implemented multiple courses in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at Brock University as a part-time professor and has recently become a part-time  instructor in the Faculty of Education at Redeemer University. Prior to working in the field of education, Tina has had careers in recreation, social services, and health care. Tina has been teaching with an Ontario public school board for over twenty years. She has taught all grades from Kindergarten through Grade 11 in a variety of roles, including as a learning resource special education teacher. With warmth and humour, Tina builds a quick rapport and meaningful connection with her students. She supports each student’s unique learning profile with a multitude of engaging and interactive learning strategies. With a strong emphasis on cultivating a growth mindset, Tina uses a strength-based approach to foster her student’s academic development while building their skills and confidence as a learner. Some personal interests include, being active outdoors doing things like hiking, walking with her dog, pickleball, kayaking, baseball, yoga, skiing, snowshoeing, and cycling.  She also enjoys reading, visiting with friends and family plus watching movies. Tina is a passionate,  life-long learner and hopes to inspire her students to excel in their learning and life aspirations.