Education: B.A. from University of West Georgia (Geology), Masters in Secondary Education from University of Nevada, Reno

Certifications: North Carolina Teaching License (6-12 Science), Wilderness First Aid, 200 hour Yoga Instructor, PSIA Level 1 Ski Instruction

Other Distinctions & Specialties: Prior to becoming a science teacher, Ellie worked as a professional geologist with the EPA.

More About Ellie: Ellie is stoked to be part of the FBRA Team and comes to us well equipped to serve as a science teacher. Ellie has taught science for seven years both at the middle and high school level.  In addition, Ellie has experience teaching skiing and kayaking both out west and in North Carolina. Combining this experience with her 200Hr Yoga Teacher License from Breathe For Change, Ellie brings a holistic and mindful approach to teaching and classroom management. This certification enables her to incorporate mindfulness and well-being practices into the educational setting, promoting a positive and nurturing learning environment. 

Ellie has an adventurous spirit and love of the outdoors, traveling to Costa Rica to kayak for three months and moving out west to pursue skiing in Reno/Tahoe, CA. During her spare time, Ellie enjoys being on the water: kayaking, rowing, canoeing or on land: hiking, biking, reading, and smiling with her hubby and dog, Zia.