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14+ years in education teaching both 1st grade (7 years) and 4th grade (4 years) in both Colorado and Texas. Most recently, I served as the PK-12 instructional coach and academic coordinator for a district in East Texas. Currently, I support new teachers and educators with my local educational service center and as an adjunct professor with the University of Texas at Tyler. On the side, I work as an independent contractor--having the privilege to be a part of the state instructional materials review process, helping to ensure that students are provided high-quality, standards-aligned content--something I strive to do in all of my own products!
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Instructional Coaching/Walk-Through Form *Editable*
Google Ready and Printable observation/walkthrough forms to support Instructional Coaches, Principals and/or Assistant Principals in documenting classroom observations while engaging in instructional supervision cycles. This form can be used digitally or printed off and completed during a walk-through or observation to support implementation of the coaching cycle and Texas' HQIMS (High-Quality Instructional Materials/Amplify/Odell/Eureka/Carnegie). This template is EDITABLE, so you can personal
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Also included in:Â Instructional Coaching Starter Pack Bundle
Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Reinforce vocabulary and support building background knowledge with this 1st grade image card bundle. Includes core/essential and tested vocabulary for the following units: Fables & Stories The Human Body Different Lands, Similar Stories Early American Civilizations & Early World Civilizations (NEW) Astronomy: Space Exploration The History of the Earth Animals and Habitats: The World We Share Fairy Tales A New Nation: American Independence Frontier Explorers Adventure Stories Project each vocabu
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Interpreting Remainders Sort and Practice
This digital AND printable activity pack is a great way to support students in using real-world contexts to interpret remainders in division problems. Included: 10 word problems with answer key PLUS a bonus extension activity... 1. An interactive notebook handout that reviews each type of remainder, provides possible context clue words and examples for each type of problem. 2. A digital or printable sort for students to practice analyzing questions in context. 3. A critical thinking extension
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS
4.OA.A.3
, MA.4.4.H
Stone Soup Sequencing Activity
Use this free activity alongside the classic story Stone Soup! After having students practice sequencing the ingredients using the story as a guide (reinforces sequencing and retelling stories), we actually make the soup!
PreK - 2nd
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
Annotated Argumentative Extended Constructed Response Poster
Annotated ECR example from the TEA rubric.
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing-Essays
Invent an Insect: A Supplemental Project-Based Learning Activity
Want a fun way to assess your students' understandings on insects or maybe you're just looking for a fun & creative activity to supplement your 1st grade FOSS Insects and plants curriculum? This project-based learning activity is a class favorite! Students are given the task of using their imaginations and current understandings to invent an insect that includes all of its defining features & attributes.
Maybe they create the dollar insect that lives in a wallet and eats coins OR the lava bug
K - 2nd
Biology, General Science, Science
Also included in:Â Invent an Insect and Plant Bundle
TEK Vertical alignment & 2022-24 ELA STAAR Data Tracker: 3rd-English II-UPDATED
This document serves multiple purposes! It provides a snapshot TEK vertical alignment for grades 3-English II, indicated readiness standards, number of questions/items for each SE (frequency distribution), and a formulated column to input 2022-24 STAAR scores with conditional formatting set to automatically color-code each percentage (green, yellow, orange, red). Each strand & SE as been summarized to create an easy-to-read document that can help guide data-driven discussions and instruction.
3rd - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts
Amplify CKLA Knowledge Unit 3 Image Cards: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 3, Different Lands, Similar Stories. This set includes all tested/essential vocabulary.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Instructional Coaching Starter Pack Bundle
Includes all the Inspire the Classroom essential coaching products to promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Bundle includes: Coaching MenuDigital Coaching BinderObservation/feedback formsInstructional BINGO cardsPositive Notecards
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For All Subjects
SoR Small Group (Guided) Reading Lesson Plan Template
I have spent the past few years tweeking and revising the lesson plan template I use during guided reading. After test runs, feedback, and Fountas & Pinnell...I am excited to share the lesson template I use for my own reading groups. Enjoy! If you'd like an editable version of this template check it out here! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Digital-Student-Reflection-Journal-5841108
PreK - 5th
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
Amplify CKLA Knowledge Unit 7 Image Cards: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 7, Animals & Habitats. This set includes all tested/essential vocabulary.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Amplify CKLA Knowledge Unit 6: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 6, The History of the Earth. This set includes all tested/essential vocabulary.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Representing & Solving Word Problems w/ Strip Diagrams (Digital & Print)
Digital interactive notebook, guided support and independent practice! Word problems are one of the most challenging concepts to teach and learn, but with this digital pack students can create organizers and use the helpful operation flow chart to support them. There is also a practice activity for students and additional resources to supplement. Can be used as a digital interactive notebook or as an assignment. Students use the Operation Flow Chart and Note Catcher to analyze word problems,
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS
3.OA.D.8
, 4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
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Student RLA Reference Resources (20 bookmark-sized resources)
Included in this comprehensive set: Literacy Lingo, Reading Response Strategies, Context Clues (2 versions), Short (RACE & ACE) and extended constructed response rubrics (for STAAR 2.0 but can easily be adapted for other assessments), text structure, proofreading (CUPS), revising (ARMS), author’s purpose, and inferencing. Anchor charts and other student resources are excellent scaffolds that support all students with access to content and strategies as they learn and apply information indepen
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English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Writing
Amplify Grade 1: Knowledge Unit 5 Vocabulary Cards
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for Grade 1 Knowledge 5: Astronomy: Space Exploration. These slides are editable for easy customization if needed, and include lesson # and definitions from the text.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Invent a Plant Project
Want a creative and fun way to develop/assess your students' understandings on plants? Maybe you're just looking for a fun & creative activity to supplement your current Insects and plants curriculum? This project-based learning activity is a class favorite! Students are given the task of using their imaginations to invent a plant that includes all of its defining features & attributes in their own booklet. (Ex. A fuzzy plant or a candy flower. Have fun with it!) This project can culminate
PreK - 2nd
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
NGSS
K-ESS3-1
, 2-LS4-1
, K-ESS2-2
 +1
Also included in:Â Invent an Insect and Plant Bundle
Amplify CKLA Knowledge Unit 8 Image Cards: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 8, Fairy Tales. This set includes all tested/essential vocabulary.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Amplify Knowledge Unit 2 Image Cards: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these 22 image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 2, Farms: The Human Body. These slides are editable in Google Slides for easy customization as needed. They can easily be downloaded as a PDF or printed for a word wall.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Amplify CKLA Knowledge Unit 9 Image Cards: 1st Grade
Build vocabulary using these image cards aligned to the essential vocabulary for 1st grade Unit 9, A New Nation. This set includes all tested & essential vocabulary. Definitions and lesson number included.
1st
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â Amplify/CKLA Grade 1 Knowledge Vocabulary Image Cards Bundle (Units 1-11)
Science of Reading: Systematic Phonemic Awareness & Phonics (FREE)
Transform your literacy instruction with this comprehensive Science of Reading phonemic awareness and phonics curricular resource for beginner readers! Featuring 76 pages of dynamic guided and independent digital practice, it's the ultimate supplement for any classroom. Curriculum includes a selection of systematically-sequenced phonemic awareness and phonics activities, including: phonemic awareness practicealphabetic principle/phonics practicesegmenting/blending practicechaining, and decoda
PreK - 2nd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
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About the store
Experience
14+ years in education teaching both 1st grade (7 years) and 4th grade (4 years) in both Colorado and Texas. Most recently, I served as the PK-12 instructional coach and academic coordinator for a district in East Texas. Currently, I support new teachers and educators with my local educational service center and as an adjunct professor with the University of Texas at Tyler. On the side, I work as an independent contractor--having the privilege to be a part of the state instructional materials review process, helping to ensure that students are provided high-quality, standards-aligned content--something I strive to do in all of my own products!
Teaching style
My passion is creating fun and engaging ways to teach EVERY child. I have worked with at-risk students in title I schools my entire career, and over the years I have been able to use my creativity to develop activities and strategies that can support all students' learning styles and achievement levels.
My own education history
Bachelor's in Elementary Education: University of Colorado Denver
Master's in Teaching & Learning (Teacher Leadership): CSU Global
EdD student in School Improvement: University of Texas Tyler
Additional Certifications: Certificate in Linguistically Diverse Education; ESL Certification (Texas); Google Certified Educator Level I
Additional biographical information
Proud mommy to 3 spirited children!
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