ELLCHICK

I bring 40+ years of teaching experience to my resources, with the last 26 years dedicated to high school English Language Learners (ELLs) and multilingual students. My specialty is creating age-appropriate newcomer materials that honor the maturity and interests of older students while still providing the scaffolds they need to succeed.

My passion is helping older newcomer students feel respected, supported, and challenged as they grow in their English proficiency. My materials are Designed for high school newcomers – no “babyish” content, but accessible and engaging. Scaffolded for success – step-by-step supports that allow students to build skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Culturally responsive – honoring student identities and experiences while teaching essential academic English. Classroom tested – built from decades of real-world experience with multilingual learners.