Joann strives to make the testing experience friendly and stress-free for the students. Joann earned a Masters of Education in Reading Education from Vanderbilt University and an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from the University of Vermont. Joann is a certified tester approved by the state of Oregon and has proctored tests for students of all ages. She homeschooled her own children and worked as an elementary teacher in public schools. Joann has been a private reading specialist, assessing strengths and weaknesses and developing reading instruction for children experiencing reading difficulties. In addition, she has taught reading, writing, and study skills at Central Oregon Community College.