Ariana was a Waldorf student in middle and high school and was fortunate to never lose her love of learning. From studying art to science in college and beyond, she discovered deep joy in the processes of exploration, discovery, and creating beautiful forms and colors. One challenge she encountered, however, was how to choose a single path after developing enthusiasm for so many fields. Clarity came when she realized that she could become a Waldorf teacher and continue learning throughout her life.

Many years later, Ariana continues to strive to learn more and to share her enthusiasm for the world with her students. Her training has included Waldorf Teacher Training in Eugene, OR where she earned a certificate in teaching grades one through eight, as well as Sunbridge Institute, where she earned a certificate in Waldorf Educational Support.

She has explored hobbies such as beekeeping and gardening, and she finds great joy in creating art, especially stained glass, as well as reading. These personal interests flow into her classroom and enrich the work she does with her students.

The process of children learning to read, write, and work with numbers continues to be deeply engaging for her, as does the joy of watching them learn, play, and grow. Over the years, her focus has increasingly centered on grades one through three, where she especially loves supporting children in the earliest steps of their educational journey. She is also currently in the process of becoming an EBLI-certified tutor.