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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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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.
PreK - 5th
Alphabet, Classroom Community
Also included in: 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)
PreK - 5th
Classroom Community
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
PreK - 8th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Spelling
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
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
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
PreK - 5th, Adult Education
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
PreK - 8th
Character Education, Social Emotional Learning
Trick or Treating | Adapted Book
Trick-or-Treat Halloween Adapted BookThis adapted book is a great way to teach students with complex needs the basic steps and skills for Trick-or-Treating on Halloween! The steps: 1. Wear a costume 2. Go to a house/apartment 3. Knock on the door or ring doorbell 4. Wait for the door to open 5. Say Trick or Treat 6. Get candy 7. Say thank you 8. Go to the next house I use this activity every year with my classroom to practice waiting, taking turns, and communication skills as we also celebrate
PreK - 5th
Balanced Literacy, Social Emotional Learning
10-Frame Token Board | Monster Truck Theme
A 10-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 their replacement behavior, let them know that they earned a token & add a monster truck to their board (ex: staying on task, following directions, keeping shoes on - whatever replacement behavior that you are working on) 3. 10 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdoh - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
10-Frame Token Board | Monster Theme
A 10-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 monster to their board (ex: staying on task, following directions, keeping shoes on - whatever skill you need to work on) 3. 10 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdo - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
5-Frame Token Board | Heart 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 heart 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
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
AAC Core Word | See | Adapted Book
AAC Core Word, Core Vocabulary - "See"Adapted BookThis adapted book is 12 pages and focuses on the core word 'see'. Students will look at various pictures of the zoo and practice saying "I see a ______". This pairs well with AAC modeling. PCS are a trademark of Boardmaker and Tobii Dynavox, LLC. Used with permission.You can find my entire "see" Core Word bundle here. Similar Resources: 'No' Adapted Book'More' Adapted Book'You' Adapted Book'Turn' Adapted BookMy entire Core Word of the Week Grow
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
Classroom Calendar Bundle | Eucalyptus Green | AAC, Special Education
Special Education Classroom Calendar | Eucalyptus, Greenery Theme This calendar was created for special education classrooms. It is perfect for classrooms that have a morning calendar time and are working on basic calendar skills, such as stating the date, day of the week, and looking at the weather. Includes: Months, Days, Years, #1-31 to go in a pocket calendarAAC Options6 pages of holidays/special eventsToday's Weather (wall display w/ Velcro)Days of the Week (wall display w/ Velcro)Today's
PreK - 5th
Classroom Community
Also included in: Special Education Classroom Decor | Eucalyptus, Green
5-Frame Token Board | Car 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 car 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
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
10-Frame Token Board | Spiderman Theme
A 10-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. 10 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdo - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
5-Frame Token Board | Stars 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 star 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 Alternate Use for Board. I have a
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
5-Frame Token Board | Monster Truck 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 monster truck 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
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
10-Frame Token Board | Heart Theme
A 10-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 heart to their board (ex: staying on task, following directions, keeping shoes on - whatever skill you need to work on) 3. 10 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdo - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
10-Frame Token Economy | Emoji Theme
A 10-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 an emoji to their board (ex: staying on task, following directions, keeping shoes on - whatever skill you need to work on) 3. 10 Tokens = Reward This token economy includes visuals for the following rewards: - playdo - iPad - prize box - playtime/toys - break
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
5-Frame Token Board | Monster 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 monster 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
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
Recess | Social Story
Recess Social StoryThis Social Story was written for a student that struggled to transition back inside from recess. This social story discusses why it is important to come back inside after recess and introduces the concept of using a timer to let the student know when it will be time to go back inside. Similar Resources:Snack Time Social StoryAsking for Help Social StorySafe Hands Social StoryLooking for a specific social story but unable to find it? - You can collaborate with me and purchase
PreK - 5th
Social Emotional Learning
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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
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