Dr. Dave worked in the Davis School District for ten years. He completed his student teaching in the district, then taught kindergarten for five years and first grade for three years, before serving as assistant principal at Woods Cross Elementary for two years.
He graduated from the University of Utah with a BA in Early Childhood Education. A few years later, he earned a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University, and in 2011, he completed a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program at Walden University, focusing on classroom management and behavior.
Dr. Dave has also taught graduate-level courses in elementary mathematics and curriculum integration at the University of Utah. He is passionate about teaching and loves working as an administrator.
Dr. Dave is married to his amazing wife, Jenny, and they have five incredible children—one girl and four boys. He enjoys exercising, eating, singing, watching his kids play soccer, and spending time with his family. He loves educating students and is excited for another great year at Quest Academy!