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I am a middle school science teacher with experience designing standards-aligned, inquiry-based lessons that support diverse learners. I have taught in traditional classrooms, worked as a tutor, substitute teacher, and pre-collegiate advisor, and supported students across a wide range of academic levels and learning environments. My background includes creating supplemental materials, supporting struggling learners, and adapting instruction to meet student needs.
Beyond the classroom, I have experience in science communication, curriculum development, and public education through work with national parks, higher education programs, and professional organizations. I am passionate about creating engaging, practical resources that help students build understanding, curiosity, and confidence—both inside and outside the classroom.
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NWEA Data Sheet Bundle
NWEA Class Data Sheet Bundle – Math, Science, Reading, and Language Arts (Editable Google Sheets)This comprehensive NWEA Class Data Sheet Bundle includes four editable Google Sheets templates— Math, Science, Reading, and Language Arts—designed to help teachers organize, analyze, and act on NWEA MAP Growth data. Each subject-specific sheet provides an easy-to-use, color-coded layout for recording student scores, tracking growth, and identifying instructional needs across multiple domains. Wheth
K - 12th
Other (ELA), Other (Math), Other (Science)
NWEA Science Data Google Sheet
NWEA Class Data Sheet – Science (Editable Google Sheets) This editable Google Sheets template is designed to help teachers organize, analyze, and use NWEA MAP Growth Science data in meaningful ways. With built-in columns for Overall RIT, Percentile, Growth, and domain scores (Earth & Space, Life, and Physical Science), the sheet automatically calculates class averages and uses color coding to make patterns easy to see. Key Features Editable and reusable for any class Tracks Overall RIT, Per
K - 12th
Other (Science)
Also included in: NWEA Data Sheet Bundle
What is Gravity? Guided Reading
What is Gravity? Guided Reading & Comprehension Resource Aligned with NGSS Standards | Grades 3-5 | Printable PDF + Answer KeyHelp your students make sense of one of the most fascinating forces in our universe— gravity! This engaging, visually-rich guided reading resource introduces upper elementary students to the science of gravity in a clear, accessible format. Perfect for science centers, whole-class lessons, or independent work, this resource aligns directly with Next Generation Sci
5th - 8th
Astronomy, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+3
NWEA Math Data Sheet
NWEA Class Data Sheet – Math (Editable Google Sheets) Make your NWEA MAP Math data meaningful with this editable Google Sheets template designed for class-level data tracking and instructional planning. This tool helps teachers visualize student growth, compare domain scores, and guide small-group instruction using real student data. With columns for Overall RIT, Percentile, Growth, and domain-level scores (Data, Algebra, Geometry, and Number & Quantity), the sheet automatically calculates clas
K - 8th
Algebra, Geometry, Statistics
Also included in: NWEA Data Sheet Bundle
NWEA Language Arts Data Sheet
NWEA Class Data Sheet – Language Arts (Editable Google Sheets) Transform your NWEA MAP Language Usage data into a meaningful classroom tool with this editable Google Sheets template. Designed for clarity and simplicity, this sheet helps teachers visualize student progress and use data to drive instruction. With dedicated columns for Overall RIT, Percentile, Growth, and domain-level scores (Mechanics, Grammar, and Writing), this resource automatically calculates class averages and uses color cod
K - 12th
Balanced Literacy, Grammar, Writing
Also included in: NWEA Data Sheet Bundle
NWEA Reading Data Google Sheet
NWEA Class Data Sheet – Reading (Editable Google Sheets) Turn your NWEA MAP Reading results into a clear, actionable tool with this editable Google Sheets template. Designed with teachers in mind, this resource organizes student data into an easy-to-read format with built-in color coding and automatic class averages. With columns for Overall RIT, Percentile, Growth, and domain-level scores (Informational Text, Vocabulary, Literary Text), this sheet highlights trends and helps you focus instruc
K - 12th
Informational Text, Literature, Reading
Also included in: NWEA Data Sheet Bundle
Geologic Time Scale Guided Reading
Geologic Time Scale Guided Reading – NGSS-Aligned Science ResourceIntroduce Students to Earth's Dynamic History with This Comprehensive Guided Reading Resource!This Geologic Time Scale Guided Reading resource is designed to help students understand the vast history of Earth and how scientists use rocks and fossils to study it. With engaging, student-friendly text and activities, this resource aligns with NGSS standards and provides a valuable tool for building literacy and comprehension skills
5th - 8th
Archaeology, Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-2
Earth-Moon-Sun System Guided Reading
Earth-Moon-Sun System Guided Reading – NGSS-Aligned Science ResourceEngage Your Students with an Interactive and Standards-Based Exploration of the Earth-Moon-Sun System!This Earth-Moon-Sun System Guided Reading resource is a perfect addition to any middle school Earth & Space Science curriculum. Designed to align with NGSS standards, this guided reading and comprehension activity helps students develop a deep understanding of Earth's rotation, revolution, moon phases, eclipses, and tides. It
5th - 8th
Astronomy, Informational Text, Science
NGSS
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Moon Phases Oreo Lab
Moon Phases Oreo Lab – NGSS-Aligned Hands-On Science ActivityMake Learning About Moon Phases Fun and Delicious with This Interactive Oreo Lab!The Moon Phases Oreo Lab is a hands-on, engaging activity that helps students understand the cyclic patterns of lunar phases using Oreos to model the illuminated portions of the moon. This activity is aligned with NGSS standards and allows students to develop a concrete understanding of how the moon’s position relative to Earth and the sun determines the
4th - 8th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Creative Writing Science Story
Plan & Write a Science Short Story – Creative Writing Meets Science!Engage your students with this fun and flexible Science Creative Writing Activity, where they plan, design, and write their own science-themed short story or comic. Students choose from 10 major science topics—including ecosystems, weather, matter, heredity, forces, energy, Earth in space, and more—and use structured planning pages to develop characters, settings, plots, conflicts, and scientifically accurate storylines. This
5th - 12th
Creative Writing, General Science
Creative Writing Science Comic
Plan & Write a Science Comic – NGSS-Aligned Creative Science ProjectBring creativity and science together with this engaging Science Comic Planning and Drawing Activity! Students choose a science topic, plan a storyline, develop characters, design a setting, and illustrate a full comic that demonstrates their understanding of real scientific concepts. This resource supports comprehension, creativity, and communication all in one project. What’s IncludedThis resource provides everything students
5th - 12th
Creative Writing, General Science, Graphic Arts
Body Systems Poster Project
Organ System Poster Project – NGSS-Aligned Human Body Systems ActivityBring life science to life with this engaging, student-centered Organ System Poster Project! Designed for middle school classrooms, this project helps students explore the major organ systems of the human body through a creative and structured poster activity. Students will research, illustrate, label, and explain their chosen system, demonstrating both scientific understanding and artistic expression. What's Included: Clear
5th - 8th
Anatomy, Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
Rock Cycle Presentation
Rock Cycle Presentation – NGSS-Aligned Earth Science ResourceEngage Your Students with an Interactive Presentation on the Rock Cycle!This Rock Cycle Presentation is a visually engaging and easy-to-understand resource that helps students explore the processes that transform rocks over geological time. Aligned with NGSS standards, it provides clear explanations, vibrant visuals, and step-by-step breakdowns of how igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks are formed and transformed. NGSS Standa
3rd - 9th
Earth Sciences, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
+1
Characteristics of Living Things Presentation
Characteristics of Living Things Presentation – NGSS-Aligned Biology ResourceThis Characteristics of Living Things Presentation is a visually engaging resource that introduces students to the fundamental traits of life. Designed for middle school and high school science classes, this presentation aligns with NGSS standards and provides clear explanations, real-world examples, and vibrant visuals to make biology concepts come alive in your classroom. NGSS Standards Alignment:✅ MS-LS1-1 – Condu
3rd - 9th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
Astronomy Unit Study Guide
Astronomy Unit Study Guide – NGSS-Aligned Resource for Middle School ScienceHelp Your Students Master Astronomy Concepts with This Comprehensive Study Guide!This Astronomy Unit Study Guide is a structured, student-friendly resource designed to reinforce key Earth & Space Science concepts. It aligns with NGSS standards and provides an excellent review tool to help students prepare for assessments on gravity, orbits, the Earth-Moon-Sun system, moon phases, eclipses, tides, seasons, and the sca
5th - 8th
Astronomy, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS2-4
+3
CER Poster Creation
Create Your Own CER Poster: A Fun and Engaging Activity for Building Critical Thinking Skills!Looking for a creative way to help your students master the foundational skills of Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER)? This CER Poster Activity is perfect for students to develop and showcase their critical thinking and communication abilities while exploring a topic of their choice! Activity Overview:Students will: Ask a Question: Choose a topic or question that interests them, encouraging curiosity and s
3rd - 12th
For All Subjects, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
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About the store
Experience
I am a middle school science teacher with experience designing standards-aligned, inquiry-based lessons that support diverse learners. I have taught in traditional classrooms, worked as a tutor, substitute teacher, and pre-collegiate advisor, and supported students across a wide range of academic levels and learning environments. My background includes creating supplemental materials, supporting struggling learners, and adapting instruction to meet student needs.
Beyond the classroom, I have experience in science communication, curriculum development, and public education through work with national parks, higher education programs, and professional organizations. I am passionate about creating engaging, practical resources that help students build understanding, curiosity, and confidence—both inside and outside the classroom.
Teaching style
I value hands-on, inquiry-based learning and strive to make the content I teach applicable to real life. I believe every student has unique strengths to contribute, and I aim to cultivate an open, supportive environment where their interests guide learning. My goal is to help students grow into curious, confident thinkers who feel empowered to explore the world around them.
I believe life is shaped by meaningful experiences, and travel is one of my greatest passions. Having visited more than 20 countries, I’ve gained invaluable insights from the cultures, landscapes, and people I’ve encountered. I’m committed to bringing these experiences into my classroom—especially for students who may never travel outside their own state—using global phenomena to spark curiosity and expand their understanding of the world.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I am currently collaborating with a school in Olpe, Germany on a cross-cultural Authentic STEM project that connects students through shared inquiry and diverse perspectives. I hope to continue building international relationships that enrich student learning, broaden worldviews, and inspire a sense of possibility through authentic, experience-driven exploration.
Awards
Adams State University Educator Highlight Award
March 2025
The Educator Highlight Award recognizes Adams State University School of Education alumni, prominent local teachers, and other educators working within or hailing from the San Luis Valley.
Colorado Association of Science Teachers Rising Star Award
2024
The Rising Star Award recognizes a new teacher with one to three years of experience who has demonstrated a passion and aptitude for teaching science.
My own education history
Originally from Tennessee, I graduated in 2022 from the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Communications and Environmental Sciences, followed by a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Adams State University in 2023.
Additional biographical information
If you would like to know more about me and my teaching, please visit my website: dearmsmack.wordpress.com
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