Hannah C

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE: 

I received a B.A in Management in 2006 and a M.A in Teaching in 2011. I moved to Arizona in 2012 and have taught in public schools ever since. 

I have taught a variety of grades from Pre-K and Kindergarten to middle school and special education. I have also taught classes to K-8 students on social and emotional learning. I have tutored for many years for both primary and secondary students.

I believe that a great learning experience for my students begins with a great student-teacher relationship built on mutual respect and trust. I strive to help every child I work with see the ability they have within. I find great satisfaction in seeing students succeed and grow in self-confidence.

I have been married for 20 years and we have two teenage sons and two pugs. Over the last 10 years I have taken a special interest in the foster care crisis in our state and nation. I have volunteered with many local foster care organizations and became a foster parent myself in 2016.

For Peak I work with students in grades Pre-K through 9. I specialize in core academic support, mindfulness, social and emotional learning and executive functions development. 

Testimonial:

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Serena B

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE: 

I graduated from the University of Arizona with a B. A. in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. I have taught students in Pre-K through 2nd grade in the private and public school system since 1992 in Arizona. Prior to that I lived and taught English in Japan. I received my 200 RYT yoga instructor certification in 2015 and have since enjoyed teaching yoga to children of a variety of ages.

Teaching yoga and mindfulness to students has been a great privilege in helping young  learners cultivate peace and awareness. The practice of gentle movement, pranayama breathing, and meditation cultivates self- awareness and reduces anxiety and stress. The practice of yoga and its philosophies connects with the whole child approach academically, spiritually, and personally. 

I connect with students with a positive and safe environment. I thrive to cultivate fun, weave in movement, and create an environment where children can be themselves and discover the “magic” of yoga. 

I love practicing yoga and mindfulness, taking hikes, and learning about art and culture. I have recently discovered the art of gardening and growing herbs that enrich the flavors of cooking. I also enjoy steeping herbs into hot teas.

With my role at Peak Academics, I support  students in grades Pre-K through 9 on their journey of self-discovery, self-awareness, compassion and love through the practice of yoga and mindfulness.

TESTIMONIAL:

Coming soon…

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