Education
- Teaching Credential Program, UC Davis – 1998
- Bachelor of Science in Biological Science with an emphasis in Molecular and Cellular Biology, U.C. Davis – 1997
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Adult Education courses:
- Berean University: Old Testament Survey; New Testament Survey; The Life of Christ; How to Study the Bible
Professional
- Science Teacher at Live Oak Academy – August, 2012 – present
- Data Administrator and Member Services director at PaperSpecs – February, 2009 – August, 2012
- 8th Grade Science Teacher at Cupertino Middle School – August, 1998 – November, 2007
Ministries/Activities
- Sunday School Preschool Director and Teacher, Abundant Life Assembly of God – August, 2007 – present
- Mid-week Elementary “SPOT” Director and Teacher, Abundant Life Assembly of God – June, 1999 – August, 2007
Personal
- Married to Shawn Bender since 1998
- Mother of 2 children, ages 13 and 11
- I enjoy reading, working jigsaw puzzles, and eating good food with friends, especially if it involves chocolate and coffee.