elementary math consultant
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Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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I have been working as a math coach and consultant for Math Solutions, a group started by Marilyn Burns (my hero!). Before that, I taught 1st, 2nd 4th, 5th, and 6th grades over the course of 12 years. My classroom was fun and engaging... a safe and happy space for kids to learn and share. I am especially passionate about elementary math. Over the years, I have collected and conducted research, and I currently provide professional development workshops and coaching for teachers. I work hard to ensure that all my students feel confident and happy at school.
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Fraction Pattern Block MYSTERY Activity: The Stolen Pendant!
*Distance Learning: students can use virtual manipulatives at https://www.coolmath4kids.com/manipulatives/pattern-blocks to support them in solving this mystery! This hands-on STEAM activity fosters perseverance and problem solving, and it comes with a FREE EXTENSION ACTIVITY! ***A band of robbers stole Theresa’s beautiful jewel pendant! They split the gems between themselves. Detective Sherloff Homie caught the thieves, but too late! They’ve sold all the gems! Now he needs to know the value o
4th - 6th
Fractions, Math
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Experience
I have been working as a math coach and consultant for Math Solutions, a group started by Marilyn Burns (my hero!). Before that, I taught 1st, 2nd 4th, 5th, and 6th grades over the course of 12 years. My classroom was fun and engaging... a safe and happy space for kids to learn and share. I am especially passionate about elementary math. Over the years, I have collected and conducted research, and I currently provide professional development workshops and coaching for teachers. I work hard to ensure that all my students feel confident and happy at school.
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Teaching style
My approach to elementary math is hands-on, concept-based learning. Kids should create their own understanding of math concepts through exploration with manipulatives, drawings, and discussion. I believe that ALL students are mathematicians.
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Awards & shining teacher moments
Teacher of the Year 2015-2016, Evergreen Community Charter School
Professional Development Teacher Leader, Governor's Teacher Network
My own education history
BS in Human Development and Elementary Education from Virginia Tech
Masters of Elementary Education (M.Ed) from Marymount University
Additional biographical information
I live in Asheville, NC with my husband and son. I work with teachers near and far ... it's my goal to make their lives easier, make teaching more enjoyable, and make instruction more effective and confidence-building (for kids and teachers!).
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