A teacher in Baltimore City Public Schools for 8 years, David left to pursue yoga certification in India. Upon returning, David ran an Ayurveda food company. In 2016, David became a mindfulness instructor at a Reggio Emilia school. These schools encourage community, mindfulness, exploration of nature, and expression. David has been a vegan for 4 years, and believes this diet to be a pure expression of self-care. David is currently the School Age Program Director at East End House: where he engages children with SEL coaching and Nurtured Heart philosophy.