This is my 18th year working for DMPS at Findley Elementary. I am the school Librarian. I studied Early Childhood Education at University of Wisconsin-Stout and Elementary Education at Mankato State University. I am married with three children and six grand children.
I am an academic interventionist at Findley. My previous teaching experience includes teaching Kindergarten and 1st through 4th grades. Please let me know when you have a comment, question, or concern. I care about your student and am happy to help.
Mrs. Campero graduated with a B.S. in Elementary and Special Education from Iowa State University in 1999 and received a master’s degree from BVU in 2017. She has been teaching at Findley Elementary since 1999. She enjoys working with her students and building relationships. She loves spending time with her husband, two sons, two daughters, and her beautiful grandson.
Hello! My name is Ms. Chamberlain. I attended Iowa State University where I graduated with a degree in Elementary Education and endorsements in math, reading, and English language arts. Before coming to Findley, I was a substitute teacher in Des Moines. In my free time I love spending time with my friends and family, traveling, attending the Farmers’ Market, and reading and cheering on the Cyclones! I am so excited to have a great year with 5th grade at Findley!
Mrs. Clement graduated from Drake University with a B.A. in Music Education and her M.Ed. in Culturally Responsive Teaching and Urban Leadership. Originally from MN, she enjoys singing and traveling. She started teaching at Findley in 2018, and also serves the school as an Arts Integration Specialist.
I have been teaching for almost 20 years throughout the Des Moines district. I graduated from Dowling Catholic High School, and continued my undergraduate education at the University of Iowa where I then worked on cruise ships traveling a lot of the world. Upon return I worked on my master’s at Drake University, and my PhD at Capella University.
I am thrilled to educate the scholars at Findley!
I graduated from East High School here in Des Moines in 2017. I continued my education at Simpson College where I received my bachelor’s degree in elementary education in 2021. Although this is only my third-year teaching, I have had many jobs in the district including Metro Kids, AmeriCorps, and subbing. I am excited to continue my teaching career at Findley! When I am not teaching, you can find me outside hiking/traveling with my husband or playing with our corgi, Benson!
After being a student of Des Moines Public Schools during my entire K-12 education, I graduated from Lincoln High School in Des Moines in 2003. I went to Iowa State University and finished my teaching degree in 2007 and then my masters degree in 2011. In addition to teaching, I enjoy reading, traveling, crafts, photography, and spending time with my family!
I have been teaching in Des Moines Public Schools since 2007. Over the years I have been a classroom teacher for 2nd and 3rd grade, a K-5 technology teacher, a small group reading and math teacher, and instructional coach.
I began teaching at Findley Elementary in 2004, when I started teaching 5th grade. I had been teaching middle school for 12 years before that, and I was looking for an opportunity to teach in an elementary school. I have worked with Kindergarten through 5th grade! The community at Findley warmed my heart immediately; we have such an awesome staff and wonderful families whom I have had the privilege to work with over the years. I am proud to say that I am a parent of a Findley student (who attended Harding and graduated from North High in 2021!), and I have been active in our Findley Elementary PTO, where I serve as President. I LOVE being a part of great things at Findley!! My husband and I love to watch lots of sporting events with our son, and we enjoy our pets and getting together with extended family.
I’m passionate about teaching and student success, and I’m inspired by organizations doing great work. Put them together and you’ve made my day. You’ve made my life, actually. I believe Des Moines Public Schools is one of those organizations.
In January, 2014, I received my second bachelors degree and became a teacher at Findley Elementary. Since then, I’ve spent my days helping students believe in themselves and their life missions.
Hi, my name is Kari Osborne. I started teaching at Findley in 1999 and taught special Ed. for 8 years. I then became a Kg teacher here at Findley which is a joy everyday with new challenges. I am married to Brent and have 3 kids, Kristyn, Brady and Emersyn. We enjoy being active with activities outside.
I graduated from Central College with a BA in Elementary Education with a K-8 Reading endorsement. I am a K-12 Reading Specialist with a Masters degree from University of Iowa. When I think of my job at Findley, I find myself smiling and picturing the students I have the pleasure of working with every day. When I’m not at Findley, I enjoy reading, walking my dog and spending time with family and friends.
Hi Findley families! I am very excited to return to the district as a BFL. Before moving to the US, I worked as an ELL teacher for 4 years in Canada. Indeed, I obtained a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Newfoundland and Labrador and my current ESL endorsements from the University of California, Davis.
I was born and raised in a coastal town in El Salvador. I love outdoor activities such as camping and hiking. Truly looking forward to serving your families this school year!
I am originally from Independence, Iowa and graduated from high school there. I then went on to the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa to complete my BA. I majored in Elementary Education and minored in Special Education and Literacy. I have been teaching Special Education at Findley Elementary since Fall of 2007. I live in Ankeny with my husband, Matt. We have two kids; a son, Mason, and a daughter, Kaylee. We also have a crazy little dog, Yogi! I enjoy spending time with my family and friends!
I attended the Des Moines Public Schools and graduated from Hoover High School. I went to Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and then taught for 1 year in Riceville, Iowa before moving back to teach special education for DMPS in the fall of 1994. I taught 1 year of middle school and then for 7 years at Edmunds Academy of Fine Arts before coming to Findley in 2001. I graduated with my Master’s Degree in Education from Viterbo College. I love reading, camping, and spending time with friends and family which include my husband, daughter, and son.
My name is Breeanna Tallakson. This is my 15th year as a teacher. I graduated from UNI in 2008 with a Bachelor’s in Education and received my master’s from Western Governors University in Educational Leadership. I taught first and third grades in the Clark County School District and Des Moines Public Schools. I am excited to be in my second year as the instructional coach at Findley.
When I am not teaching, I love being with my two boys, Mason and Myles and my husband Andy who is the PE teacher at Hoyt Middle School. We like to play outside, practice ninja warrior and travel. I look forward to being a part of the Findley family again this school year.
I grew up in Sioux City, Ia. After graduating from Iowa State, I taught Elementary Spanish. I have been at Findley as an English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher since 2013. Outside of school my family enjoys spending time together cooking, biking and playing games.
I have been teaching in the Des Moines Public Schools since 2016. I began as a substitute then was hired as an interventionist. I am so happy to now be teaching 3rd grade at Findley! I graduated from the University of Iowa in 2010 with a degree in psychology. After that I went to Drake University and earned a master’s degree in teaching. Outside of school I enjoy reading, cheering on the Hawkeyes, and spending time with my husband and 3-year-old son, Myles. We have three small dogs as well!
I have been teaching for 25 years, 24 of those years have been at Findley. I graduated from Newton High School, and continued my education at DMACC, Iowa State University, and Viterbo University. I have 3 children, a dog and 2 cats. I spent 10 years in the United States Marines traveling the world but never forgot my first love – School.
I am originally from Boone, Iowa and graduated from high school there. I then went on to Iowa State University where I played the trumpet in the Iowa State University Cyclone ‘Varsity’ Marching Band. I majored in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Math while at ISU. Over the past 8 years I have also completed my Special Education Strat I, Strat II Behavior Disorders, and Strat II Intellectual Disabilities endorsements. I also received my master’s degree in Special Education in December of 2018. I have been teaching Special Education at Findley Elementary since Fall of 2013. I live in Grimes with my husband, 2 dogs, and a few cats. I enjoy bike riding, golfing, kayaking, and spending time with friends and family!