Dawn joined Five Oaks Academy in 2007 and began teaching in 2002. She serves as a Lead Primary Directress. She holds an AMS certification in Primary from North American Montessori Center (NAMC). Dawn is affiliated with South Carolina Montessori Alliance (SCMA) and Montessori Educational Programs International (MEPI). She previously taught at Montessori West. Dawn is a member of the Curriculum Council.