My name is Alli, and I love teaching students of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds! My favorite classes integrate my passions and hobbies, such as reading, writing, Harry Potter, music, traveling, and more! 

For over 10 years, I've taught group and private music lessons, large group band and music classes, and online English classes to students of all ages! 

I've earned a Masters degree in Music Education from Louisiana State University and a Bachelors degree in Music Education from the University of Georgia. I'm a certified K-12 music teacher, and every day I teach online English classes to Chinese students ages 4-15, where we learn basic vocabulary, math, science, history, and more!

While my primary instrument is flute, I also play most other band instruments, namely saxophone, euphonium, and tuba! During my time as a classroom teacher, I've had the privilege to teach Middle School Band,  High School Band (including Marching Band), Percussion Class, and the History of Rock and Roll! 

I believe learning should be fun, so I always teach about topics I'm deeply interested in, or about skills I love to practice and use! Being enthusiastic about my course content helps students be enthusiastic learners! When students are focused and interested in their classes, they are more likely to retain information and skills learned in class, and continue to seek new information every day! 

My main goal as a teacher is to impart knowledge and wisdom in the short term, while inspiring students to continue learning and growing in the long term!

Fun facts about Alli:
- I've traveled to 19 countries across 4 continents (so far!)
- I have a black cat named Severus (Snape). 
- I have marched in 2 different SEC Marching Bands: the Redcoat Band at UGA and the Golden Band From Tiger Land at LSU
- When I'm not traveling or writing, I love to cross-stitch and do crafts!