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I bring 9 years of experience in special education, with a strong background in both classroom instruction and educational evaluation. I served 4 years as a Special Education Teacher, including 2 years mentoring new teachers and 1 year as lead teacher for the special education team. For the past 5 years, I have worked as an Educational Diagnostician, where I also mentored new Diagnosticians for 3 years and continue to support both new and veteran colleagues in the evaluation process. Most recently, I expanded into private practice as a Special Education Consultant and Tutor, supporting students, families, and educators in navigating services and achieving success.
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Addition or Subtraction? Word Problem Sort & Key Term Toolkit
Make word problems click for your students! This printable activity helps young learners master the language of math by sorting key terms and word problems into addition or subtraction. What’s Included:Key terms anchor chart6 One-Step Word problem sort cardsOptions:Within 20Within 120Within 1,000Cut-and-paste key terms sorting activityIndependent practice worksheet with part-part whole matStart, Change, and Result Unknown Checklist includedAnswer key for quick checking Perfect for: 1st–2nd
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Other (Math)
Diag Starter Kit
This toolkit is a digital resource designed specifically for educational diagnosticians or school psychologists to streamline documentation and stay organized throughout the school year. Whether you're preparing for the beginning of the year or tracking evaluations mid-semester, this all-in-one bundle helps you stay on top of every detail with ease and efficiency. What’s Included: ✅ ARD Meeting Checklist – Track and prep for each step of the ARD process to ensure compliance and readiness. ✅ Ful
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Initial Guide into Special Education (With BONUS: ARD Meeting Guide for Parents)
Feeling overwhelmed by the special education process? This guidebook was created specifically to support parents who want to better understand the journey—with clarity, confidence, and the right tools in hand. Whether you're just starting out or need a refresher, this resource walks you through what special education is, the evaluation process, and what to expect during an ARD meeting — written in clear, parent-friendly language. ✨ What's Inside:✔️ Special Education Overview ✔️ Step-by-Step Eval
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Student IEP Goal Tracking Tool (Editable Google Sheets)
This editable Google Sheets resource is designed for Special Education Teachers and Service Providers to track IEP goals for individual students in one organized, digital space. What’s Included: Editable Goal Tracking Sheet (Google Sheets format)Create a new tab for each studentTrack IEP goals by nine-week periodsTrack behavior goals with daily data entry Pre-filled sample data to guide setupInstructions for how to use and customize Features: Nine-Week IEP Goal TrackingPlan out data collec
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Caseload, ARD & Evaluation Log
Simplify your workflow and stay on top of timelines with this all-in-one Caseload, ARD & Evaluation Log—designed specifically for Educational Diagnosticians, LSSPs, and Special Education professionals who manage busy caseloads. ✅ Caseload Log Features:Start with the big picture, your full caseload, all in one place. This log helps you manage student information and supports efficient ARD and evaluation planning. Includes space to track: Student name and ID IEP due date & Re-evaluation due da
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Understanding Test Scores: Parent-Friendly Bell Curve Visual (PDF)
Make sense of evaluation results with this clear, easy-to-understand bell curve PDF that explains standard scores, percentiles, and standard deviation using simple, parent-friendly language. Perfect for: IEP meetingsEvaluation conferencesSpecial education folders or resource handoutsIncludes: A full-color bell curve visual that shows: standard scores using standard deviations of 10 and 15, corresponding percentile ranks, and labels for average, below average, above average, and moreClear definit
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BOY Sped Presentation
This all-in-one slide presentation is designed to equip educators with a clear, practical understanding of special education procedures and expectations at the beginning of the school year. Table of Contents:Meet Your Evaluation Team & Their RolesARD CalendarARD Notices & Expectations ESY (Extended School Year)ARD Amendments & STAARTransfer StudentsFIEs (Full and Individual Evaluations)Bonus Tools & Links Included:Editable slides (in Canva) – personalize for your campusFREE ARD Calendar and Case
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411 on Special Education
This all-in-one slide presentation is designed to give educators a clear, practical overview of special education processes and key concepts. Perfect for professional development, staff onboarding, or parent education nights. What’s Inside:What is Special Education?Overview of Disability CategoriesThings to Consider when Referring a Student for an EvaluationWhat is Specially Designed InstructionWhat is an ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) Meeting?Understanding the Least Restrictive Environm
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Evaluation Checklist
Stay on track with this Evaluation Checklist (Google Sheets), designed to break down tasks over 9 weeks (45 school days). This tool helps you manage each student’s evaluation efficiently, coordinate with other evaluators when needed, and avoid last-minute time crunches—ensuring timely and organized completion of all necessary tasks.
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Reading Passage Scavenger Hunt | Wh- Questions | Comprehension Practice
Make reading comprehension engaging and active with this Reading Passage Scavenger Hunt! This resource helps learners practice answering Wh- questions (who, what, when, where, why) while moving around the room and building critical thinking skills. How It Works: Students read a short passage and then answer a Wh- question on a task card. Each answer leads them to a new task card, creating a self-directed scavenger hunt through the text! The activity encourages students to reread for text eviden
1st - 2nd
Reading, Short Stories
BME Word Problem Sort & Solve Activity | Addition & Subtraction within 20
Looking for a hands-on way to help your students understand and solve word problems? This Beginning, Middle, End (BME) Word Problem Sorting Activity is a perfect tool to build comprehension, sequencing, and math problem-solving skills—all in one! Students will:Read a word problemSort BME story cards into Beginning, Middle, and EndWrite number sentences under each sectionSolve the problem This resource is ideal for students who benefit from visuals, structure, and step-by-step support. It's also
K - 2nd
Basic Operations
Guiding Questions for Educators at SST/MTSS Meetings
This guiding document provides a structured set of questions to help SST/MTSS teams systematically evaluate a student’s needs before initiating a special education referral. It guides educators in reviewing the implementation, intensity, and effectiveness of interventions, monitoring student progress, and considering exclusionary factors such as language proficiency, instructional opportunity, and environmental influences. The goal is to ensure students receive the most appropriate support, whe
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FREE IEP Goal Tracking Sheet (Editable)
This editable resource is designed for Special Education Teachers and Service Providers to track IEP goals for individual students in one organized space. Track IEP goals by nine-week periodsCustomize individual goalsPlan out data collectionsEnter and monitor student responses
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IEP vs. 504 Plan Comparison Chart | Parent-Friendly Resource
Navigating special education can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan. This clear, printable chart was designed with parents in mind to help break down the key differences in an easy-to-understand format. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing for a school meeting, this side-by-side comparison will empower you with the knowledge you need to advocate confidently for your child.
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Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Data Review Sheet
This LRE Data Review Sheet helps IEP teams document and review the data needed to make informed decisions about a student’s Least Restrictive Environment. Use it to guide conversations about supports, placement, and access to general education settings — with a clear, student-centered focus. What's included: LRE guiding questionsData prompts for academic & behavioral needsSpace for documenting supports, services, and team decisionsEdible Google Doc for flexible use
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Pre-Referral Checklist
*UpdatedThis checklist is to help educators review necessary information/data before making a referral for a special education evaluation (not meant to delay).
Parent Guide to the Evaluation Process | Special Education Parent Resource
Help parents feel empowered and informed with this FREE printable guide to understanding the special education evaluation process. Whether you're just starting the journey or seeking clarity on next steps, this resource breaks it all down in a clear, supportive, and parent-friendly format. What’s Included: What is a Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE)? Common signs a child may need an evaluationHow to request an evaluationWhat happens after an evaluation Questions to ask during school mee
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ARD Checklist (Diagnosticians)- esped/Frontline
Stay organized with this easy-to-use checklist!
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General Education Teacher ARD Checklist
This quick-reference ARD checklist helps general education teachers know what to do before, during, and after an IEP/ARD meeting. Designed to be simple and clear, this 1-page tool outlines how to prepare, what to bring, and how to follow up -- all in one place.
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MDR Prep Checklist for Parents
This easy-to-follow MDR Parent Checklist is designed to guide parents before, during, and after a Manifestation Determination Review meeting. Whether you’re a parent, special education teacher, consultant, or administrator, this tool helps bridge communication and support families through an often confusing process. What’s Included: ✅ Clear step-by-step checklist for each phase of the MDR process (Before, During, After) ✅ Commonly asked FAQs explained in parent-friendly language ✅ Tips for how t
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About the store
Experience
I bring 9 years of experience in special education, with a strong background in both classroom instruction and educational evaluation. I served 4 years as a Special Education Teacher, including 2 years mentoring new teachers and 1 year as lead teacher for the special education team. For the past 5 years, I have worked as an Educational Diagnostician, where I also mentored new Diagnosticians for 3 years and continue to support both new and veteran colleagues in the evaluation process. Most recently, I expanded into private practice as a Special Education Consultant and Tutor, supporting students, families, and educators in navigating services and achieving success.
Teaching style
Co-teach (inclusion) and resource instruction
My own education history
Undergraduate Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies
Graduate Degree in Special Education
Certified EC-6 General Education, EC-12 Special Education, EC-12 ESL, and Educational Diagnostician
Registered Professional Educational Diagnostician (RPED)
Additional biographical information
Former foster mom
Dog mom
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