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Saint Augustine, Florida, United States
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With 24 years in education, I bring deep experience and heart to everything I create. I’m certified and highly qualified to teach all areas of special education, Pre-K through 12th grade, in Georgia and Florida. Over the years, I’ve served as an ESE Department Chair, MTSS Coordinator, IEP Coordinator, Clinical Educator, and lead teacher, supporting students, teachers, and school systems with equal passion.
Much of my work has focused on self-contained, community-based instruction settings, helping students build independence, transition into supported employment, and access meaningful life experiences. I’ve also taught in virtual settings, creating engaging online lessons and adapting materials for digital platforms to ensure every learner stays connected and supported, no matter the format.
Throughout my career, I’ve mentored new teachers and shared my original and adapted resources across schools and districts. I’m thrilled to offer them here—materials rooted in real classrooms and virtual spaces, designed for real students, and built to support real teachers. Whether you’re looking for differentiated academics, behavior supports, or life skills tools, these resources are compassionate, creative, and ready to use.
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Being Quiet Social Story for students with Autism, Williams Syndrome
This social story was written for students with Autism, Williams Syndrome and other special needs in my special education class. For students who don't understand what it means to "be quiet" this social story offers a description of how to be quiet and what that means. This social story also offers insight to how others may feel for students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
This social story PowerPoint would be great for group discussion, practice and role-playing. This activity could also
9th - 12th
Nickel Powerpoint - Nickel value and recognition, Thomas Jefferson & count by 5s
This PowerPoint was created for high school students with intellectual disabilities. It includes a rhyme and song lyrics about recognizing nickels, the penny, nickel, dime, and quarter rap lyrics. I used this to begin my focus on recognizing the nickel or as a review. I also showed this PowerPoint before my students played Money concentration (which I will upload at some point). A good practice is to show the PowerPoint while having the kids sing the song along with they lyrics (get into it, the
PreK - 12th
Other (Math)
Social Story for Students with Autism on Self-Talk
This is a PowerPoint that can be used at home for individuals who talk to themselves. It can be used to reduce self talking behavior by reading the PowerPoint to the student and explaining how and why to reduce self-talk. The PowerPoint can also be printed and used as a book. A good practice would be to keep the book handy and take it out to read with the student each time they exhibit the self-talking behavior.
PreK - 12th
The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe - Modified & Adapted
This Modified and Adapted version of The Cask of Amontillado is a talking version of the short story to give students with disabilities and non-readers access to the curriculum in a meaningful way. This PowerPoint can be used to introduce the story to the whole group or at literacy stations for re-reading. It can be printed out and laminated and developing readers can follow along as they listen to the story in groups or individually. Accessing the story auditorily will allow students to overcom
9th - 12th
English Language Arts
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
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The Devil and Tom Walker - Modified version for non-readers
This is by far the best product I have created (in my opinion). I created this modified version of Washington Irving's "The Devil and Tom Walker" for instruction tied to the Common Core (American Literature) for individuals with disabilities including intellectual disabilities, autism, and Williams Syndrome. This version is grade level material (high school) for students with reading comprehension issues, problems processing print, and other print barriers. It is narrated and students can use th
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
Greeting People
This product was created for a student with Williams Syndrome who greeted people inappropriately. It can be used as a social story for individuals with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Williams Syndrome, or Intellectual Disabilities. Customize this PowerPoint with greeting scenarios that may be presenting difficulties for your student.
Included in this PowerPoint are: funny/unflattering haircuts, strange outfits, appearance changes, fatigue, and making comments to women that could be construed as s
1st - 12th
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Social Story: Obsessing on a Topic [Snack] for young adults with Autism
This PowerPoint was created for a student who has Autism and obsessed over snack time. This PowerPoint focuses on snack at school and at work and what happens if snack time is delayed or does not happen.
6th - 12th
Star Wars Functions
Yoda and Friends Celebrate Cinco de Mayo – Function Table Activity (Grades 3–6) Looking for a festive and engaging way to reinforce math skills? Let your students join Yoda and his Star Wars friends as they prepare for a Cinco de Mayo celebration—galaxy style! In this themed activity, students will help the crew complete function tables that tie into their party preparations. What’s Included: A variety of function tables with increasing complexity Fun, Star Wars–themed story prompts Answe
3rd - 6th
Algebra
Deciduous Forest Biomes
This is an interactive narrated PowerPoint that teaches and reviews the concept of Deciduous Forest Biomes. This PowerPoint provides links to the internet for further study and has stop and think moments where readers can test their comprehension.I created this lesson for my high school level students with intellectual disabilities using GPS/Common Core standards. Be sure to click the speaker icon for narration. *****UPDATE****** I changed this to a reduced price resource because the march of t
4th - 12th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Informational Text
Count and Choose - Numbers to 20
Count and Choose Within 20 – Early Numeracy ActivitySupport your students as they build essential counting and number recognition skills with this simple, effective activity! Designed for early learners or students with disabilities, this no-prep resource invites students to count items up to 20 and select the correct numeral from two options. What’s Included: Simple counting pages Two answer choices per item set for accessible, targeted practice Numbers 1–20 represented with apples Easy-t
PreK - K
Arithmetic
Coping with Anxiety
This product was developed for students who have anxiety and are learning ways to cope with it without being distracted in class. You can enter your own coping methods that are specific to the young person you are working with.
Not Specific
Classroom Organization and Sub Notebook Template for a Clutter Free Classroom
This template is based on FlyLady's Control Journal for Teachers. This is the basis for my sub notebook and helps my class run smoothly in my absence (and on days that I'm only present in body, not in spirit). :-) I have used this template in my classroom to ensure that the things that my students bring into the classroom find homes and to help me keep up with the vast amount of paper that finds its way to my desk. Tailor it to fit your class. Enjoy!
PreK - 12th
For All Subjects
A Bill of Rights for Individuals with Disabilities
This picture supported bill of rights was posted in my classroom and taught to my students to help them understand some of their rights. It is a great tool for teachers, families, and advocates. I recommend using it to spark discussion with teens and young adults with disabilities about their transitional choices and rights.
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Modified Version of Everyday Use
This is a modified version of "Everyday Use" by Alice Walker.
It was created for high school students who are non-readers so that they can hear the material and work on comprehension skills. There is no text, just pictures and voice over.
This activity is great with a white board or large monitor computer or as an individual activity to enhance comprehension.
Play this PowerPoint as a slideshow to hear the audio and allow students to experience the story like a movie.
This activity was done a
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Literature
The Cask of Amontillado Vocabulary
This is a vocabulary study for the story, "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe. It was created as a modification of an 11th grade lesson to introduce new vocabulary to students with reading and reading comprehension difficulty before reading the story.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts
Mrs. Keen's High Frequency Words
This is a a powerpoint that I created for my class to help them review Dolch and Fry's Sight words. This is a quick activity that can be done every day as a transition activity between reading class and the next activity. I have used it in the past so that students know that the reading lesson has come to an end and to expect to move on to the next thing. I use this PowerPoint by reading the words to the children and having them repeat after me. I eventually fade and have the children read indep
1st - 3rd
Reading
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About the store
Experience
With 24 years in education, I bring deep experience and heart to everything I create. I’m certified and highly qualified to teach all areas of special education, Pre-K through 12th grade, in Georgia and Florida. Over the years, I’ve served as an ESE Department Chair, MTSS Coordinator, IEP Coordinator, Clinical Educator, and lead teacher, supporting students, teachers, and school systems with equal passion.
Much of my work has focused on self-contained, community-based instruction settings, helping students build independence, transition into supported employment, and access meaningful life experiences. I’ve also taught in virtual settings, creating engaging online lessons and adapting materials for digital platforms to ensure every learner stays connected and supported, no matter the format.
Throughout my career, I’ve mentored new teachers and shared my original and adapted resources across schools and districts. I’m thrilled to offer them here—materials rooted in real classrooms and virtual spaces, designed for real students, and built to support real teachers. Whether you’re looking for differentiated academics, behavior supports, or life skills tools, these resources are compassionate, creative, and ready to use.
Teaching style
My teaching style is rooted in flexibility, creativity, and inclusion. I’m a tech-loving educator who brings technology into every lesson—whether that’s through interactive tools, digital visual supports, or multimedia platforms that keep students engaged and connected. I believe in meeting students where they are, so I modify every lesson and material to fit their unique strengths, communication styles, and learning goals.
Whether I’m teaching in person or online, I design lessons that are hands-on, meaningful, and built to support independence. I balance high expectations with high support, and I thrive on finding innovative ways to make learning accessible, joyful, and real-world relevant for every student.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Throughout my 24 years in education, I’ve been honored to lead, mentor, and advocate both inside and beyond the classroom. I’ve been nominated twice for Teacher of the Year, received awards for “performance beyond the call of duty,” and am known for my commitment to both students and staff.
I currently serve as my school’s Transition and Extended School Year (ESY) Lead Teacher, where I help guide students through life beyond school—whether that means preparing for supported employment, building independence, or engaging in meaningful community-based instruction. I’ve also worked as a GAA Lead Teacher and consulted with educators across campuses to support best practices in special education.
Some of my most fulfilling moments come from helping students achieve goals others thought were out of reach—and from mentoring new teachers who go on to become strong, compassionate leaders in their own right. These are the bright spots that keep me inspired every day.
Additional biographical information
I'm a mom, wife, and lifelong educator who finds joy in growing things—whether that’s a garden full of butterflies, a child’s confidence, or a fresh idea in the classroom. When I’m not teaching or creating resources, you’ll find me digging in the dirt, cooking something delicious, dancing in the kitchen, or catching waves when I can. I’m passionate about wellness, community, and making learning meaningful. My life is a mix of mindfulness, creativity, and a whole lot of love—and that spirit flows into everything I create for students and teachers.
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