I received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. I continued my studies in the area of biomedical research without obtaining another degree. From 2004 to 2006 I studied to be a respiratory therapist and became licensed in Maryland the same year.

I worked as a private tutor for both myself and the Huntington Learning Center. Additionally, I worked as a substitute teacher for the county school system for a year plus 8 months of special education at the Regional ...