My instructional approach, honed over many years in the classroom, emphasizes rigor and engagement. I have always sought to make the learning experience tangible, challenging, and memorable, through various techniques, including Harkness and Socratic Seminars, project-based learning, interdisciplinary instruction, and supportive technology integration. I have thought both the mechanics of the AP American and European history exams, and have used the processed As history department chair, I have taken an active role in mentoring faculty through in-house professional development programs and collaborations with organizations like Facing History & Ourselves, Global Online Academy, and the Quaker Council on Education. These initiatives have not only enhanced our department's effectiveness but have also fostered a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Reflection is at the core of my educational philosophy, driving my approach to classroom teaching, instructional coaching, and relationship-building with colleagues. This reflective practice fosters the trust and openness necessary for honest communication and risk-taking at the heart of innovative program design and emancipatory educational efforts.