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I have been teaching for five years and am committed to constantly improving myself and my lessons! I have taught a wide variety learners in a high needs areas and constantly work to make changes in order to best help students succeed. My teaching experience includes teaching AP classes as well as EL integrated classes.
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Preview of Linear vs Exponential Functions Practice

Linear vs Exponential Functions Practice

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This is an 8-page packet created to practice the basics of linear and exponential functions. It is intended for an Algebra classroom! Learning Objectives: I can determine from a graph, table (by finding the rate of change or ratio of change), and equation whether a function is linear or exponential.For an exponential function, I can evaluate for given x-values to complete a table and then graph.
Preview of Polynomial Additon, Multiplication, & Division Worksheet

Polynomial Additon, Multiplication, & Division Worksheet

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This is a 5-page leveled review of Polynomial Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Shape Exploration, and Enrichment problems. It includes: Adding PolynomialsSubtracting PolynomialsMultiplying Monomials with PolynomialsMultiplying BinomialsMultiplying Binomials with TrinomialsDividing by MonomialsFinding Area of Shapesan Enrichment ProblemHere is the link to the Answer Key: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xikxZyvW7vQCTL-dnGdcHH_DF7tsxeJY/view?usp=sharing
Preview of Solving Systems of Linear Equations Notes

Solving Systems of Linear Equations Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains fifteen lessons over Solving Systems of Linear Equations. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes parallel and perpendicular lines, solving systems by graphing, solving systems by substitution, solving systems by elimination, and solving real world system problems. Objectives:I can identify the solution to a system of linear equations given the graph as the point of intersection.I can substitute the point of intersection of a system of lin
Preview of Entire Store Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum

Entire Store Bundle - Algebra 1 Curriculum

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This Bundle Includes Google Slides Presentations for:Solving Linear EquationsSolving Linear InequalitiesRepresenting and Graphing Linear EquationsLinear FunctionsSolving Systems of Linear EquationsPolynomial OperationsFactoringGraphing Quadratic FunctionsSolving Quadratic FunctionsAs well as the following additional resources:How to Factor ExplorationAnimal Population Functions PacketExponential Functions Cane Toad ExplorationStaircase Slope DiscoveryLinear vs Exponential Functions PacketGraphin
Preview of Algebraic Functions Animal Populations Packet

Algebraic Functions Animal Populations Packet

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This is a five page integrated STEM lesson that focuses on Algebra 1 Function objectives while also incorporating Biology concepts. Algebra 1 Objectives: I can represent relations and functions using numeric, graphic, and algebraic forms.I can find f(x) for each x in the domain of f.I can relate (x, y) to (x, f(x)).I can evaluate functions for given elements of its domain.I can interpret statements in function notation in terms of a context.I can describe the domain and range of relations repre
Preview of Evaluating Function Notation Bingo

Evaluating Function Notation Bingo

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This is a google slides presentation accompanied by a google doc that should be printed and used as a bingo sheet. The slides presentation has students build a bingo board, then asks them questions about Function Notation in which their answer corresponds with a Bingo answer. Objectives:I can find f(x) for each x in the domain of f.I can relate (x, y) to (x, f(x)).I can evaluate functions for given elements of its domain.
Preview of Solving Quadratic Equations Notes

Solving Quadratic Equations Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains twelve lessons over Solving Quadratic Equations. This is designed for Algebra 1 classroom and covers the entire expanse of Solving Quadratic Equations. Objectives:I can simplify square roots of non-perfect squares.I can discuss the connection between the zeros of the function, and the x-intercepts of the graph, and the factors of the expression. I can use the zero-product property and understand how it relates to solving a quadratic equation b
Preview of Graphing Quadratic Functions Notes

Graphing Quadratic Functions Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains six lessons over Graphing Quadratic Functions from Standard Form. This is designed for Algebra 1 classroom to help students understand how to graph quadratic functions and their key features so that they are ready to solve quadratic functions algebraically in the next unit. Objectives:I can graph a quadratic function without technology.I can evaluate functions for given elements of its domain. I can graph various transformations of the parent q
Preview of Algebra 1 Factoring Notes

Algebra 1 Factoring Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains ten lessons over Factoring Polynomials. This is designed for Algebra 1 and factoring out GCFs, Factoring by Grouping, Factoring by Split the Middle (Reverse Double Distribution), and Factoring by Bottoms Up. Objectives:I can understand the relationship between multiplying polynomial expressions and factoring.I can factor the GCF from a polynomial expression.I can factor a trinomial using the split the middle or bottoms up method.I can factor sp
Preview of Algebra 1 Polynomial Operations Notes

Algebra 1 Polynomial Operations Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains eight lessons over Polynomial Operations. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing polynomials. This includes binomials with binomials, binomials with trinomials, and shape area and perimeter problems. Objectives:I can add and subtract polynomials.I can multiply polynomials.I can divide polynomials by monomials.
Preview of Linear Function Notes

Linear Function Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains seven lessons over Linear Functions. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes identifying functions, domain & range, and lots of real world problems. Objectives:I can determine whether a relation is a function given a set of ordered pairs, a table, mapping diagram, or a graph.I can represent relations and functions using numeric, graphic, and algebraic forms.Given one representation, I can represent a relation or function in another form.I
Preview of Representing Linear Equations Notes

Representing Linear Equations Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains seven lessons over Representing Linear Equations. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes real world problems, graphing, tables, and equations. Objectives:I can graph a linear equation given its equation.I can write a linear equation given its graph, table, point & slope of the line, two points on the line, and a real-world problem.I can identify the slope and y-intercept given a graph, equation, or table.I can translate among linear repre
Preview of Solving Equations Notes

Solving Equations Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains seven lessons over Solving Linear Equations. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes real world problems and literal equations. Objectives:I can solve a variety of linear equations in one variable fluently.I can represent real-world problems using linear equations in one variable.I can represent real-world problems with variables on both sides of the equal sign.I can justify each step I take in solving a linear equation.I can explain my ch
Preview of Solving Linear Inequality Notes

Solving Linear Inequality Notes

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This is a google slides presentations that contains seven lessons over Solving Linear Inequalities. This is designed for Algebra 1 and includes real world problems and compound inequalities. Objectives: I can represent real-world problems using linear inequalities in one variable.I can represent real-world inequalities with variables on both sides of the equal sign.I can solve a variety of linear inequalities in one variable fluently & justify each step.I can explain my choice of solution method
Preview of Exponential Functions Intro: Cane Toad Exploration

Exponential Functions Intro: Cane Toad Exploration

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This is a 4-page packet that explores the basics of exponential functions and the differences when compared to Linear Functions. It is intended for a Algebra 1 classroom. Learning Objectives: I can determine from a graph, table (by finding the rate of change or ratio of change), and equation whether a function is linear or exponential.For an exponential function, I can evaluate for given x-values to complete a table and then graph.Given a real-world problem, I can identify whether it is a linear
Preview of Staircase Slope Discovery

Staircase Slope Discovery

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This is a worksheet that has students design a staircase in a house that has all steps be the same height and width. It will lead to students finding steps that have height of 2 and width of 3 or some equivalent proportion (such as 4/6 or 6/9) working as possible staircases. This will lead to a discussion of what slope is, and what equivalent slopes are.
Preview of Algebra 1 Exploration of How to Factor

Algebra 1 Exploration of How to Factor

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This is a three lesson plan that: Introduces how to Factor out a Greatest Common Factor.Builds on this concept to introduce how to Factor by Grouping.Goes one step further to develop students ability to Factor Trinomials.Students must have already learned how to multiply monomials with polynomials and binomials with binomials. The concept of using the distributive property to multiply polynomials is the essential conceptual idea that the lessons pull from to have students work backwards in this
Preview of Graphing Linear Equations Pirate Map

Graphing Linear Equations Pirate Map

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This is a worksheet that works on students' algebraic graphing skills. It can be done in groups or independently and its goal is to have students use their skills to determine which point on a graph has the treasure!
Preview of Writing Linear Equations Worksheet

Writing Linear Equations Worksheet

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This is a three page worksheet that covers various topics involving writing and using linear equations. Objectives:I can write a linear equation given its table, point & slope of the line, two points on the line.I can translate among linear representations.I can convert a linear equation written in standard form to slope intercept form.
Preview of Graphing Quadratics Review Packet

Graphing Quadratics Review Packet

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This is a four page review packet over quadratic functions and parabolas. Students need to be able to identify key features from a graphs, equations, and a table on the packet.
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Experience

I have been teaching for five years and am committed to constantly improving myself and my lessons! I have taught a wide variety learners in a high needs areas and constantly work to make changes in order to best help students succeed. My teaching experience includes teaching AP classes as well as EL integrated classes.

Teaching style

I value inquiry and students doing the thinking! I also value practice and know that engaging students is essential! The goal of my lessons are to give students strong practice while also prompting them to think and consider what they are doing.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I was named the New Teacher of the year at my school in my first year teaching and have been rated as highly effective every single year I have taught.

My own education history

I graduated with a BS in Mathematics Education from Purdue University with a certification in K-12 Integrated STEM Education.

Additional biographical information

I teach both Algebra 1 and Computer Science and absolutely love both classes!