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Boyle, Mississippi, United States
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I began my teaching career in 2013 and has since taught English Language Arts across grades 6–12. I have served in a variety of roles including a summer school and after-school director, RTI/TST Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, and ACT Prep Instructor. I've held multiple leadership roles, including Lead Teacher, Department Chair, and Leadership Team Member, and has mentored new educators along the way. I have been an ELA Curriculum Specialist for the last 6 years. In addition to my K–12 work, I am also an adjunct professor of English, teaching Composition I and II at the collegiate level.
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ELA Anchor Chart MEGA Bundle
📚 ELA Anchor Chart MEGA Bundle! 📚 Transform your classroom walls into learning tools with this complete collection of ELA Anchor Charts! Designed for clarity, color, and easy reference, these charts help students master key reading, writing, and grammar concepts while keeping your instruction visually engaging. 🎯 What’s Included: ✔️ 25+ Ready-to-Print ELA Anchor Charts covering major skills and standards ✔️ Topics include: Parts of Speech & Sentence Structure Figurative Language Them
3rd - 10th
Informational Text, Literature, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+7
TEE Paragraph Writing- Informative Writing Formula and Practice (Bats Article)
🦇 Bats Informational Writing Mini-Unit (Grades 3–5) | TEE Paragraph | Informative Writing PracticeLooking for a high-engagement informational writing activity that reinforces reading comprehension and writing structure? This Bats: Creepy or Clever? resource is perfect for October or any time of year! Students learn fascinating facts about bats while practicing informative writing using the T-E-E (Topic–Evidence–Explain) paragraph structure.This resource includes: A student-friendly informa
3rd - 5th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.2
, W.4.2
, W.5.2
+14
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Challenge | Halloween Writing Activity (Grades 4–8)
🧟♀️ Zombie Apocalypse Survival Challenge | Halloween Writing Activity (Grades 4–6) Looking for a fun, standards-based Halloween activity that keeps students learning—even with altered schedules and candy highs? 🍬 This Zombie Apocalypse Survival Challenge blends creativity, critical thinking, and writing into one spooky-fun, low-prep lesson your students will love! 💀 What’s Included✅ Zombie Survival Quiz: Students answer questions to find out how long they’d survive a zombie apocalyp
4th - 8th
Creative Writing, Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS
W.4.1
, W.4.2
, W.5.1
+14
Using Word Parts to Determine Meaning | Vocabulary Lesson on Prefixes, Suffixes
Help your students unlock the meaning of unfamiliar words with this interactive vocabulary lesson focused on using prefixes, suffixes, and root words! This ready-to-use resource teaches students how to break down complex words, identify meaningful parts, and apply that knowledge to boost reading comprehension. Whether you’re introducing or reviewing affixes and roots, this lesson offers explicit instruction, guided practice, and student-friendly strategies for mastering vocabulary through wor
4th - 8th
Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.R.4
Spooky Season Writing Prompts for Grades 3–8 | Narrative, Informative, & Opin
🎃 Spooky Season Writing Prompts for Grades 3–8 | Narrative, Informative, & Opinion WritingBring the thrill of spooky season into your writing lessons with this fun, standards-aligned collection of Halloween-themed prompts! Perfect for grades 3–8, these creative writing tasks inspire students to stretch their imaginations while practicing narrative, informative, and opinion/argumentative writing skills. From haunted houses and ghostly encounters to zombie apocalypse scenarios and Halloween de
3rd - 8th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.1
, W.3.2
, W.3.3
+18
Finding Theme – Student-Friendly Graphic Organizer
Make theme analysis more accessible with this clear, structured graphic organizer designed to help students move from surface-level topics to deeper, text-based themes. This resource walks students through the process of: Identifying key details and recurring ideas Connecting author’s choices to message Writing a complete theme statement in their own words Supporting their thinking with text evidence Perfect for use with: ✔️ Short stories, novels, poetry, or nonfiction ✔️ Independent read
4th - 10th
Close Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.R.2
MAAP Writing Rubric Checklists & Anchor Charts | Narrative • Informative • Opini
MAAP Writing Rubric Checklists & Anchor Charts | Narrative • Informative • Opinion (Grades 3–6)Help your students understand and apply the MAAP Writing Rubric with these clear, student-friendly checklists and anchor charts! Designed specifically for grades 3–6, this bundle translates the Mississippi MAAP Writing Rubric into easy-to-use classroom tools that promote writing confidence, consistency, and clarity across all modes of writing. 🌟 What’s Included✅ MAAP Rubric Checklist Anchor Cha
3rd - 6th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.1
, W.3.2
, W.3.3
+9
Close Reading Made Simple!
✨ Close Reading Made Simple! ✨ Looking for a colorful, student-friendly way to help your learners master close reading skills? This CLOSE Read the Text Anchor Chart is the perfect classroom resource to guide students step-by-step through the close reading process. 🎯 What’s Included: ✔️ 1 Bright, Visual Anchor Chart Poster (PDF/PNG) ✔️ Acronym “C.L.O.S.E.” to scaffold student learning ✔️ Fiction & Non-Fiction guiding questions built right in ✔️ Easy-to-print format (poster or handout size
3rd - 10th
Informational Text, Literature, Reading Strategies
Writing Ideas Development Presentation – Build Strong, Focused Content
Writing Ideas Development Presentation – Build Strong, Focused ContentGive your students the tools they need to grow their writing with this engaging, ready-to-use presentation focused on developing ideas—a key component of any effective writing piece. Designed for grades 6–12, this resource helps students: Understand what it really means to “develop an idea” Learn how to clarify, expand, and support their thinking Practice moving from vague statements to meaningful, detailed content Perfec
3rd - 10th
Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS
CCRA.W.1
, CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.3
Color Coded MAAP Rubric
Color-Coded MAAP Writing Rubric – Student-Friendly & InteractiveHelp your students take the guesswork out of writing assessments with this color-coded MAAP Writing Rubric! Designed to support clarity and focus, this resource breaks down each scoring category using student-friendly language and strategic color cues so learners can easily see what matters most. Whether you're introducing the rubric for the first time or reinforcing expectations during practice writing, this tool helps students:
3rd - 10th
ELA Test Prep, Writing
CCSS
CCRA.W.1
, CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.3
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About the store
Experience
I began my teaching career in 2013 and has since taught English Language Arts across grades 6–12. I have served in a variety of roles including a summer school and after-school director, RTI/TST Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, and ACT Prep Instructor. I've held multiple leadership roles, including Lead Teacher, Department Chair, and Leadership Team Member, and has mentored new educators along the way. I have been an ELA Curriculum Specialist for the last 6 years. In addition to my K–12 work, I am also an adjunct professor of English, teaching Composition I and II at the collegiate level.
Teaching style
As an educator and instructional coach, I bring an innovative, student-centered approach to every resource I design. My classroom philosophy centers on creating engaging, rigorous content that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. Whether working with middle school learners or college students, I strive to make learning purposeful, relevant, and energizing for both students and teachers.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Katie was honored as Teacher of the Year in 2018 and recognized as Mississippi Spelling Bee Coordinator of the Year in 2024 for her leadership and dedication to student enrichment. These awards reflect her passion for literacy, engagement, and excellence in education.
My own education history
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English, a Master’s in Secondary English Education, and a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. I am currently working on my doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction. This academic foundation, combined with over a decade of classroom and coaching experience, fuels my passion for creating purposeful, teacher-friendly resources.
Additional biographical information
Hi, I’m Katie—ELA instructional coach, curriculum specialist, and the creative mind behind Paper and Pixel! With over a decade of experience teaching middle school, high school, and college-level English, I create practical, engaging resources that make teaching easier and learning more meaningful.
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