Introduction

Hi all,

My name is Stevie Collins and I am currently in my second year teaching American Sign Language (ASL) in Temecula, CA. This is my last class for my credential (yay!) and I am working on the last TPA (4). I became a teacher because I was actually asked to teach. I was a sign language interpreter in the public school system for over 10 years and because I often tutored my Deaf students outside of class (along with other students who also wanted help) and was told I was a "natural teacher", when I was asked to then teach ASL, I said yes. I was planning on going into Deaf Education (I have a Master's in Special Education: DHH) soon, but General Education kind of fell into my lap, so here I am. I love my students and enjoy my job very much.

On a personal level, I am a single mom of a very loud and happy toddler (and two furry babies) who loves being at the beach more than anywhere else. :)