Kim

Teaching since:

2005

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. State teaching license for K-8. Early Childhood Education certificate.

Fun Fact:

Kim's experience includes teaching Spanish, founding and directing a school for street children and orphans in the Philippines, and extensive travel in Asia.

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