Hi! My name is Jaiden, and I have been passionate about teaching for as long as I can remember. Originally from small-town North Dakota, I graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth with a degree in English (BA) and a degree in Teaching Communication Arts & Literature (BAA). Upon graduating, I was blessed with the opportunity to work at a group home, which served as a reminder that the act of building relationships is crucial for children’s development and success. The work was rewarding, making it difficult to step away from, but the ocean and mountains called me out to Virginia in the summer of 2023. In Virginia Beach, I have had the opportunity to work at a preschool summer program, a public high school, and now here. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with all of our LeafSpring students and families!