Susan Atcheson, BSc in Psychology, BEd, PBCE, Certificate in Special Education, is a K–5 resource teacher in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As an educator for the past 26 years, Susan has worked as an early classroom teacher with children with learning disabilities, and as a tutor for adult education. Susan believes in creating learning environments for children that engage and support curiosity and imagination while developing strong academic and social skills. As a resource teacher, she considers a collaborative approach essential to educating children.