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Always Adaptable

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I teach in a Developmental Learning Program (DLP), supporting students with a wide range of needs and abilities. Many of my students have limited verbal communication skills and/or cognitive differences, and they benefit from the use of adapted materials and AAC/picture-supported communication to enhance both comprehension and expression. I work with students in grades K–5, providing instruction across a broad range of skill levels—from foundational life skills and errorless learning to early literacy, reading comprehension, and foundational math skills such as addition and subtraction. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong focus on adapting curriculum to meet the unique needs of my students, which has led to meaningful growth and increased engagement in learning. In addition to my work in the classroom, I lead the disability ministry program at my local church. In this role, I create curriculum, plan lessons, and ensure that children with disabilities are able to access the gospel and participate in church activities in meaningful and inclusive ways. I also share these resources on TPT and strive to keep them affordable and accessible for others serving similar communities. I am passionate about creating practical, accessible resources that support diverse learners across settings. My goal is to provide materials that are easy to implement and effective in real-world environments. I truly believe that with the right supports and accommodations, all students are capable of learning and demonstrating their knowledge. You can find me on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, and on my website: www.alwaysadaptable.com.
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Preview of Alphabet Posters - AAC Core Words | Eucalyptus, Greenery Theme

Alphabet Posters - AAC Core Words | Eucalyptus, Greenery Theme

Special Education Classroom DecorThis set of Alphabet ABC Posters pairs each letter with an AAC Core Word, perfect for displaying core words and the alphabet in special education classrooms! This set is eucalyptus/greenery themed. PCS and Boardmaker is a trademark of Tobii Dynavox LLC. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
Preview of Visual Schedule Binder | Special Education

Visual Schedule Binder | Special Education

Visual Schedule BinderThis is a great resource to use for students that benefit from having a first-then visual schedule with them at all times, as well as a 5-frame simple token economy. The binder allows you to have organized pages of visuals for quick grabbing and changing the schedule as the day goes. The pages/images include are:4 colors of front page (green, red, blue, pink) 5 options of tokens (dogs, hearts, stars, cars, monsters) 2 'Schedule' Pages with 35 visuals 1 'Reinforcing Items'
Preview of Special Education Classroom Decor | Eucalyptus, Green

Special Education Classroom Decor | Eucalyptus, Green

This classroom decor bundle was created for special education classrooms, especially those with AAC users! Includes:- Calendar -Weather/Days of the Week -Core Word of the Week Alphabet Posters -Numbers 0-20 Posters - Colors Posters -Classroom Expectations AAC - Affirmation Stations AAC -Cupboard Labels -Core Word of the Week Display (50 core word options) -Days in School (daily counting activity)
Preview of Number Skills #0-20 | Seasonal Task Cards

Number Skills #0-20 | Seasonal Task Cards

Early Number Skills | Seasonal Task BoxesKeep number practice fresh and engaging all year long with these Seasonal Number Skills Task Cards! Designed specifically for special education classrooms, this comprehensive resource targets foundational math skills using hands-on, visually supported activities. Students will practice counting, number recognition, sequencing, number matching, and other essential number concepts for numbers 0–20 through a variety of task card activities. The seasonal them
Preview of Core Word of the Week AAC | Want | Adapted Book and Activity Bundle

Core Word of the Week AAC | Want | Adapted Book and Activity Bundle

Core Word of the Week Activity Bundle | Want | AACIf you teach Core Word of the Week to your AAC users, this is the perfect resource when teaching "want" Includes: - Want Adapted Book (12 pages) - Want Student Book - Data Sheet - Parent Letter - Multiple Styles of Visuals -5 Worksheets -2 Errorless/Coloring Pages -2 Printable Activities with Sentence Strips -Additional Activities, videos, book ideas, and MORE Follow Always Adaptable on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest to see more adapted ma
Preview of Edmark® 1 Lessons 1–10 Supplemental Activity Set | Special Education Reading

Edmark® 1 Lessons 1–10 Supplemental Activity Set | Special Education Reading

Beginning Words | Supplemental Activities for Edmark® Lessons 1–10Looking for additional practice and independent work to reinforce early lessons from the Edmark® Reading Program? These supplemental activities are designed to support students working through Lessons 1–10 by providing extra opportunities for practice, generalization, and comprehension. This resource includes a variety of structured, repetitive activities that align with the early Edmark lesson sequence while giving students mea
Preview of Core Word of the Week AAC | Go | Adapted Book & Activity Bundle

Core Word of the Week AAC | Go | Adapted Book & Activity Bundle

This is a great resource for classrooms that will do Core Word of the Week. My students love these activities! This activity set focuses on the Core word " Go". The activity set includes:3 versions of Go Visuals (6 pages) WoW Letter to Parents (1 page) WoW Data Sheet (1 page) Adapted Book (11 pages) Student Book (10 pages) 'Go' Core Word Worksheets (6 pages) Errorless Coloring Sheet (1 page) Language Building Sentence-Strips/Activities (4 pages) 1 Page of additional resources, book titles, and a
Preview of Germs Hygiene | Adapted Materials, Special Education

Germs Hygiene | Adapted Materials, Special Education

An Adapted Unit that teaches special education students about Germs, Hygiene, and staying healthy!This unit includes:- 1 Adapted Book (15 pages) - Student Book (10 half-pages) - Worksheets (8) - Coloring Sheets (3) - Writing Prompts (2) - Mini Science Activities with worksheets (2) -Washing Hands Visual - Example Weekly Lesson Plan - Lesson Plan Template - Supplemental songs & books (with links) This resource comes with enough materials to teach germs/hygiene to students for 2+ weeks. My stude
Preview of Sneezy the Snowman | Adapted Book | Materials for Special Education

Sneezy the Snowman | Adapted Book | Materials for Special Education

Sneezy the Snowman | Adapted Book | AAC Visuals | Worksheets This is a great winter read aloud in any classroom. This resource is intended for AAC users and/or special education classrooms. It contains multiple levels/styles of each worksheet, so that you can differentiate for all learners, AAC frindge vocabulary, and PCS to turn your copy of "Sneezy the Snowman" into an interactive adapted book. Includes:- 2 AAC Fringe Vocabulary boards - AAC Adapted Images to be added to the book with velcro
Preview of Core Word of the Week AAC | Push | Adapted Book and Full Activity Set

Core Word of the Week AAC | Push | Adapted Book and Full Activity Set

Core Word of the Week - PushIf you teach Core Word of the Week to your AAC users, this is the perfect resource when teaching the core word "Push" Includes: - Adapted Books (10 pages) - 1 Student cut/paste Books (7 pages) - Data Sheet - Parent Letter - Multiple Styles of Visuals (6 pages) -7 Worksheets -2 errorless coloring sheet - SeeSaw Activity Link -Additional Activities, videos, book ideas, and MORE GROWING Core Word of the Week BUNDLEFollow Always Adaptable on Instagram, Facebook, and Ti
Preview of Back to School Adapted Book Bundle | Special Education, Procedures and Routines

Back to School Adapted Book Bundle | Special Education, Procedures and Routines

Back to School Adapted Book BundleThis set is designed to teach/introduce important skills for back-to-school. It includes an adapted book, a worksheet, coloring sheet(s) and a visual poster for each of the following categories: - Morning Routine - Walk to your classroom - Greet Teacher - Put Backpack Away - Make Lunch Choice - Eat Breakfast - Free Play - Using Technology - Adapted books specific for iPads, Tablets, and Chromebooks - Optional bo
Preview of Groundhog's Day | Full Unit | Special Education

Groundhog's Day | Full Unit | Special Education

Groundhog's Day | Full Adapted UnitThis unit has everything you need to learn about, and celebrate, Groundhog's Day in your special education classroom! Includes: -Adapted Book (13 pages) -2 AAC Communication Boards - Story Sequencing Cards - Comprehension Worksheets (4 levels) - Vocabulary Worksheets (4 Levels) - Sequencing Worksheets (3 Levels) - Following Directions Worksheets (3 Levels) - Writing Prompts (4 Levels) - Story Elements Worksheet (2 Levels) - Color-by Math Worksheets (2 Levels)
Preview of Health, Hygiene, and Germs Bundle

Health, Hygiene, and Germs Bundle

Health, Hygiene, and GermsThis bundle includes three of my favorite Health & Hygiene Products: - Germs & Hygiene Set- Bread Experiment- Sneezing CraftThis would be a great activity set if you want to teach your class about germs, hygiene, covering their mouth, and washing their hands! All resources were created with special education classrooms in mind.
Preview of Bread Experiment | Germs, Mold | Special Education

Bread Experiment | Germs, Mold | Special Education

The Bread Experiment | Science Exploring Mold & GermsThis is a great science activity to promote washing hands and learn about germs! It was created with AAC PCS imbedded, so that the experiment is easily accessible/adapted for students in special education classrooms. ** I highly recommend using a few-days old HOMEMADE bread for best results and quick mold-growth ** Includes:- Experiment Visual Instructions - Bag Labels - Science Notebook - Communication Boards (2) - Supplemental Worksheets (
Preview of Small Group Instruction Adapted Book | Special Education, Routines

Small Group Instruction Adapted Book | Special Education, Routines

Small Group Instruction, Adapted Book | Special EducationThis adapted book walks students through the explicit routines and expectations during small group instruction time. It was designed for self-contained special education classrooms to teach students the routines and procedures. Expectations:- sit at the table - stay in your chair - listen to the teacher - hands/feet to yourself - do your best! If you like this resource, check out the entire Back To School Bundle. It contains over 8 diffe
Preview of Core Word PUSH | Adapted Book

Core Word PUSH | Adapted Book

AAC Vocabulary\Core Word "Push"Adapted BookThis adapted book is 12 pages and focuses on the core word 'push' Find the FULL Core Word of the Week Activity Set -- HEREPCS are a trademark or boardmaker and Tobii Dynavox, LLC. Used with permission.Similar Resources: 'No' Adapted Book'More' Adapted Book'You' Adapted Book'Turn' Adapted Book
Preview of A Loud Winter's Nap | Book Companion | AAC

A Loud Winter's Nap | Book Companion | AAC

A Loud Winter's Nap | ELA Book CompanionThis book has everything you need to study 'A Loud Winter's Nap' in your special education classroom, including 5-day lesson plans for 30-minute ELA lessons and extra materials! Most worksheets come with an errorless level, as well! Includes:-2 AAC Communication Boards - Story Retelling Characters - Story Sequencing Cards - Comprehension Worksheets (4 levels) - Vocabulary Worksheets (4 Levels) - Sequencing Worksheets (3 Levels) - Following Directions Work
Preview of 5-Frame Token Board | Spiderman Theme

5-Frame Token Board | Spiderman Theme

A 5-frame token economy. This can be a great motivator for your students. How to Use: 1. Print and Laminate 2. As your student engages in the reinforcement behavior, let them know that they earned a token! Add a spiderman to their board (ex: staying on task, following directions, keeping shoes on - whatever skill you need to work on) 3. 5 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdo - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
Preview of Applesauce | Visual Recipe and Worksheets

Applesauce | Visual Recipe and Worksheets

Applesauce Visual RecipeIf you're looking for a fun fall activity for your special education classroom, this visual recipe is the perfect choice! It practices following direction, reading comprehension, measuring, fine-motor skills like stirring and cutting, and includes multiple apple themed worksheets. My class absolutely loved this activity! Included:- Applesauce Visual Recipe/Directions (2 pages) - Applesauce Review Worksheet (1) - Apple Worksheets (5) - Tobii Dynavox BoardMaker PCS Symbols
Preview of Elopement, Running | Social Story

Elopement, Running | Social Story

Elopement "I want to Run" | Social StoryThis social story was designed for students that elope (run) out of the classroom when they get upset. It teaches them that running out of the classroom is not safe and teaches the replacement strategy of asking for a break and/or using a designated safe space in the classroom instead of running. This way, the teacher knows where they are. This social story also includes using a break card to request the safe space and earning a 'token' if the student use
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Experience

I teach in a Developmental Learning Program (DLP), supporting students with a wide range of needs and abilities. Many of my students have limited verbal communication skills and/or cognitive differences, and they benefit from the use of adapted materials and AAC/picture-supported communication to enhance both comprehension and expression. I work with students in grades K–5, providing instruction across a broad range of skill levels—from foundational life skills and errorless learning to early literacy, reading comprehension, and foundational math skills such as addition and subtraction. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong focus on adapting curriculum to meet the unique needs of my students, which has led to meaningful growth and increased engagement in learning. In addition to my work in the classroom, I lead the disability ministry program at my local church. In this role, I create curriculum, plan lessons, and ensure that children with disabilities are able to access the gospel and participate in church activities in meaningful and inclusive ways. I also share these resources on TPT and strive to keep them affordable and accessible for others serving similar communities. I am passionate about creating practical, accessible resources that support diverse learners across settings. My goal is to provide materials that are easy to implement and effective in real-world environments. I truly believe that with the right supports and accommodations, all students are capable of learning and demonstrating their knowledge. You can find me on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Pinterest, and on my website: www.alwaysadaptable.com.

Teaching style

Every learner deserves access to a high-quality education that is individualized to meet their unique needs while also being engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable. My teaching approach is rooted in a multi-sensory, hands-on framework, recognizing that students learn best when they can see, hear, touch, and actively participate in their learning. By incorporating visuals, movement, repetition, and interactive materials, I strive to create learning experiences that are accessible and effective for a wide range of learners. I also strongly believe in the power of communication. All individuals deserve meaningful access to communication—whether through verbal language or robust AAC systems. Communication should be embedded throughout all instruction, not taught in isolation. By integrating opportunities for students to express themselves across activities, we can promote growth, independence, and meaningful participation. Above all, I believe in always assuming competence. A student’s ability to communicate verbally or participate in activities in the same way as their peers does not define their ability to understand, think, or learn. When we presume capability and provide the appropriate supports, we open the door for students to reach their full potential. Always assume your learners are capable—and you may be amazed at how far they soar.

Awards & shining teacher moments

2024 ARC Educator of the Year Award

My own education history

B.S. Elementary Education, Special Education B.S. Human Development and Family Science M.S. Special Education; Developmental/Cognitive Disabilities and Physical/Health Disabilities