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| Fatima Binta
Clark Atlanta '06
B.A. English
Secondary English |
A native of Silver Spring, Maryland, I came to Atlanta to attend Clark Atlanta University, where I received a BA in English. I view teaching as a noble and character-building profession. With hopes of teaching high school English, I am inspired by the great challenge among educators to promote multicultural, equitable educational experiences for all students. My teaching experience includes tutoring composition students with essay writing and training new employees as a retail manager. Besides my passion for education, I love to read, socialize with friends, and cook.
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| Kevin Brown
Emory University '06
B.A. English
Secondary English |
I am originally from Augusta, Georgia, but moved to Atlanta when I attended Emory for my undergraduate career. I graduated with a B.A. in English and immediately enrolled in the MAT program. While I was in high school, I tutored children in various areas, and I look forward to the opportunity to teach again.
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| | Tennile Edwards
Northwestern '03
B.A. English with concentration in Fiction Literature
Secondary English |
Blowing in from the Windy City, I'm attempting to adjust to life in Altanta with the constant summer heat outside and frigid temperatures inside. Hailing from a city where the land is flat, buses run constantly, and the city never sleeps, I've realized that Atlanta is very different not only geographically but culturally. Despite the differences, I love Emory and the MAT program, and I look forward to working in the schools this fall. In my spare time I love to read, write, sing (albeit badly), watch movies, and hang out with my family.
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| Caitlin Hanzlick
Emory University '06
B.A. English
Secondary English | I have lived all of my life in the great city of Atlanta, where I studied at Emory as an undergraduate. My focus is secondary English and I hope to use my proximity in age to the high school students I will be teaching to bridge the generation gap. This means incorporating into the curriculum literature that is relevant to the lives of the students and teaching in a manner that interests them. My favorite author is Tom Robbins and my favorite book is Still Life with Woodpecker. I look forward to an active exchange of ideas and knowledge in the classroom and to guiding my students in a constructivist environment.
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| Jillian Williams
University of Georgia '04
B.A. African American Studies and English
Certificate in African Studies
Secondary English | The ability of literature to give voice to the masses has been my motivating force behind learning and teaching secondary English. I completed my undergraduate education at the University of Georgia primarily under Dr. R. Baxter Miller in African American Studies and English. In addition to foundational texts, multicultural literature is my priority in the classroom.
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| Catherine Zidow
Emory University '06
B.A. in Comparative Literature
Secondary English | I am from Tampa, Florida, but am proud to call Atlanta and Emory my home for at least another year. I graduated from Emory with a BA in comparative literature. My teaching experience includes tutoring at schools around Atlanta and woking at summer camps. In my free time, I enjoy playing volleyball (GO EAGLES!), listening to music, laughing at life, and spending time with family and friends. I am eager to join the teaching profession so I can pass on my enthusiasm and passion for connecting literature to our everyday lives.
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| Justine Brantley
Agnes Scott College '02
B.A. in Art History
Middle Grades Language Arts and Social Studies | I am originally from Gainesville, Florida, but moved to Atlanta eight years ago to attend Agnes Scott. I love Atlanta and Decatur. In college, I majored in art history and when I graduated got a job as the communications coordinator for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. I have always believed in the power of education and am interested in how public schools fit into their larger communities. I cannot wait to share my love of language, the arts, and community service with my future students.
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| Sheila Lenz
University of Georgia '85
B.B.A, Marketing
A.B.J., Journalism
Middle Grades Language Arts and Social Studies | I worked for 20 years in a variety of fields before finding my way to teaching. I was a journalist, corporate writer/editor, and small business owner before taking time off to care for family and becoming a school volunteer. It was through substitute teaching that I found a new love, that of middle school students whom I find stimulating, exciting, and challenging. I have two daughters who assist me with my MAT work and help me relive childhood. I love playing tennis, hanging out with my children and friends, and learning new things. I am truly at home in the MAT program!
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| Matt Gamage
Cornell University '99
B.S. ChemE
Middle Grades Math/Science
| After growing up in Anchorage, I attended Cornell University, where I received my undergraduate degree in chemical engineering. I worked for six years as a chemical engineer but in 2005, after years of quiet consideration, I decided to pursue a teaching career. After learning about Emory's MAT program, I knew that I had found the right program to help me develop the tools needed to teach effectively in today's classrooms. As of now, I am leaning towards teaching 5th grade in Atlanta. If I think hard, I can vaguely recall a time when I was not consumed with training for my new career. During this leisure time that I once afforded myself, I enjoyed exercising outdoors, listening to music, and laughing with friends.
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| Jessica Lam
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign '00
B.S. Accountancy
Middle Grades Math/Social Studies | I am from Atlanta. My interest in mathematics led me to pursue a degree in accountancy. I soon realized that I was not made for the accounting world and have enjoyed working as a campus minister for the past four years. After much thought, I am pursuing a career in teaching. My teaching experience includes various summer camps, Sunday School, and volunteering with World Relief in Clarkston, Georgia. In addition to my love of investing in student lives, I enjoy running, traveling, and trying out new restaurants in the area.
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| Jacqueline Perry
Emory University '06
B.A. Mathematics and Economics
Middle Grades Mathematics/Social Studies | I was born and raised in the Bronx and I come from a Jamaican background. My experience with children includes counseling, tutoring, and mentoring. I loved math and history (even though I did not major in history) throughout my years as a public school student. I am excited about teaching in these areas and I hope to be the type of teacher whose students come back to visit years after class has been completed. I am committed to urban education and would like to carry on the legacy of some of my elementary, middle, and high school teachers. I would also like to coach baskeball and be an advisor to a dance team. Some of my other interests lie in music and art.
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| Isabella D. Brown
Emory University '94 B.S. Biology
Secondary Science | For most of my life I have wanted to be a teacher, especially in the sciences. But when I obtained my B.S. in biology at Emory University, I was exposed to many pre-med students. For awhile, I too considered becoming a doctor. I went to medical school and completed all basic science and some clinical courses. Eventually I realized that medicine was not my true career path, and I left medical school and refocused my attention on becoming a high school science teacher. I am returning to Emory to obtain an MAT to achieve this goal. I am excited to be here!
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| Erica Cummings
Duke University '01
B.S. Environmental Science and Earth & Ocean Sciences (Geology) Middle Grade Science/Language Arts | I grew up in Tallahassee, Florida, and spent my undergraduate years at Duke University. After graduation, I taught one year of high school science in Hillsborough, North Carolina. I then moved to Atlanta, where I have worked in the field of environmental consulting for the past few years. Even though my year of teaching was the hardest of my life, it was extremely rewarding. I am looking forward to re-entering the profession as a graduate of Emory's MAT program.
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| V. Renee Harris
University of Missouri - Rolla B.S. Geological Engineering
M.S. Geological Engineering Secondary Science | I grew up in Missouri but have lived in the Atlanta area for the past 14 years. As a geological engineer I worked in the field taking soil and groundwater samples and conducting analysis of environmental problems. A desire to teach led me to get a job teaching math at a technical college. For the past four years I have worked at Chattahoochee Technical College tutoring math, teaching computer-based math courses, and teaching lecture courses as an adjunct math instructor. I am looking forward to returning to my science roots and teaching secondary science.
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| Amanda Lang
Penn State University '06
B.S. Biobehavioral Health
Secondary Science | I was born and raised in Hudson, Ohio. I attended Penn State University for my undergraduate work and absolutely love and miss Penn State football! My teaching experience includes tutoring, serving as a camp counselor, and leading Bible studies. Besides my love of teaching and spending time with youth, I enjoy playing and watching sports, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and reading.
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| Teresa Caltabiano
Stanford University '03
M.A. Religious Studies
B.A. Religious Studies
Middle Grades Social Studies/ Language Art | I was born and raised in Northern California. I attended Stanford University and completed co-terminal BA and MA in religious studies in 2003. After college I worked for a public relations firm specializing in high tech clients. My favorite subjects are world and European history. I have traveled extensively throughout Europe and studied in Spain and Italy. My teaching related experience includes tutoring and substitute teaching. I plan to teach in the Atlanta area, and when I'm not working or studying I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family and friends.
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| Gary Denning
Duke University
B.A. Political Science
Middle Grades Social Studies/Mathematics | I have the skills and experience required to provide students with a practical, real-world perspective of the value of an education. I have over 15 years of business experience, including international and domestic mergers & acquisitions. Having traveled to 25 countries for business or pleasure, I have a sense of how knowledge of economics, political science, and finance can open doors and enable students to compete globally. I look forward to using my knowledge of social studies and mathematics to help students accomplish great achievements in school and in life.
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| Peter Epstein
Emory University '05
B.A. Russian Studies
Middle Grades Social Studies/Language Arts | I was born in Moscow and moved to the United States when I was seven. After half a year in Connecticut and a year in Washington I came to Georgia and have been here since. After attending Emory and thanks to some very admirable teachers both at university and high school, I decided to pursue a career in teaching.
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| Nicole S. Franklin
University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign '03
B.A. History
Certificate in Afro American Studies
Secondary Social Studies | Hello! I am a Chicago, Illinois, native and have taught elementary school in the Atlanta Public School District for three years. I am a true believer in Sankofa, which is an Akan ideal that reminds us that we must reclaim our past before we can move onto our future. History and working with children are my two passions and I am excited to begin my journey as secondary social studies teacher.
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| Michael Kozlowski
Emory University '00
B.A. Education/Psychology
Middle Grades Social Studies/Math | I am originally from New York, where I lived and attended school until 1996 when I moved to Atlanta to attend Emory. I majored in education and psychology and served as treasurer to the school's Peer Education and Peer Counseling organizations. After graduation I was hired as a research specialist at the Yerkes Regional Primate Research Center. About a year later I accepted a veterinary technician position at Pharr Road Animal Hospital, where I had worked for the past four years. I am an avid NASCAR fan and usually attend 7 to 10 races every year.
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| Greg Mears
Covenant College
B.S.Management
Middle Grades Social Studies/Science | After many years in the business world, I am returning to my original career intention. I was inspired and enlightened by middle and high school teachers when I was in school and want to have the opportunity to share with students my experiences living and working in an international environment.
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| | Beth Nicolatos
Emory University '04
B.A.Psychology
Middle Grades Social Studies/Language Arts | I was born and raised in Atlanta, and I come from a long line of wonderful teachers. I attended Marist High School in Alpharetta and then went on to Emory. Throughout my time at Emory, I was very involved in the middle school youth group at my church and was also a Bible school teacher for several years. I tutored ESL at GA Perimeter College and I was part of University Housing as an RA for two years at Emory.
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| Linde Peterson
Smith College '01 B.A. Economics
Secondary Social Studies | I am from St. Albans, West Virginia. I attended Smith College in Massachusettes,where I earned a BA in economics, initiating my interest in various social science disciplines. After college I moved to New York City, where I lived for the past five years. Living in New York was a learning experience in itself, and it was there that my interest in education grew. I plan to live in the Atlanta area and to teach high school history.
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