Hi! My name is Ellie Irish-Jones and I am from Buffalo, New York. I decided to come to USA because I was tired of freezing cold winters and wanted sunshine for my college days! Many people ask if my family moved here or if I knew anyone before I moved down to Mobile. The answer is no, All of my family still lives in Buffalo and I came here not knowing anyone. However, I do get the best of both worlds because I miss the winters in Buffalo and miss the hot summer months down here when I go home after spring semester! But I do miss playing hockey! One of my favorite things to do is read. I read one book after another, any genre, any length. I especially love going into a bookstore and searching for a new book. I also enjoy creating my own art, camping/hiking, running and being outdoors.
I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I was in Elementary school. It wasn't until I baby-sat a special needs child all through high school that I wanted to pursue special education as a profession. I work well with special needs children, some people may feel uncomfortable or intimidated while I find myself admiring and appreciating them.
Some fun facts about me; this past summer I traveled to Spain, Italy, France and Greece with friends who I first met in Elementary school! I have also been to Australia and New Zealand!
