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Hello! I am a fourth year science teacher with teaching experience in topics including genetics, populations & communities, cells, evolution, environmental science, , chemistry, physics, technology, etc. I have teaching experience in middle school science, undergraduate-level biology and population dynamics, and secondary level marching band.
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Preview of Genetics Unit Complete Bundle | The Intriguing Blue Fugates Phenomenon!

Genetics Unit Complete Bundle | The Intriguing Blue Fugates Phenomenon!

Looking for a engaging, discovery-based genetics unit? Embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of genetics, guided by the enigmatic tale of the Blue Fugates – a remarkable family from 19th century Kentucky with an intriguing genetic phenomenon! Get ready to captivate your students' imaginations and ignite their passion for science through discovery and intrigue. WHAT'S INCLUDED?In this unit bundle, you can access: ✔ Unit Plan and Activity Flow: Your roadmap to creating an intriguing e
Preview of Diverse Figures in Science Posters | Empowering Women, POC, & LGBTQIA+ Figures!

Diverse Figures in Science Posters | Empowering Women, POC, & LGBTQIA+ Figures!

Whether you're a science enthusiast, an advocate for diversity, or a curious soul seeking inspiration, this poster pack is the perfect addition to your home, classroom, or lab! Spread the message of unity and empowerment and be part of the movement that celebrates knowledge in all its magnificent forms. WHAT'S INCLUDED?In this poster pack, you can access: ✔ 25 posters that each focus on a famous scientist ✔ An impactful quote from each scientist ✔ Each scientist's title ✔ A brilliant, fun color
Preview of Digital Teacher Planner 2023-2024 - EDITABLE Notion Template

Digital Teacher Planner 2023-2024 - EDITABLE Notion Template

Looking for your ideal planner for the upcoming school year? Struggling with the nuisance of lugging around a physical planner, or wishing for a most customizable option? Say hello to seamless planning and goodbye to any planner-related woes! With the Digital Teacher Planner, you have a virtual and editable space to record lessons plans, daily notes, meetings notes, and so much more! Enjoy the ease of use without any prep or formatting, while relishing the freedom to customize every page to your
Preview of Equity and Empowerment Posters | Empowering Women, POC, & LGBTQIA+ Figures!

Equity and Empowerment Posters | Empowering Women, POC, & LGBTQIA+ Figures!

Whether you're a teacher, an advocate for diversity, or a curious soul seeking inspiration, this poster pack is the perfect addition to your home, classroom, or lab! Spread the message of unity and empowerment and be part of the movement that celebrates knowledge in all its magnificent forms. WHAT'S INCLUDED?In this poster pack, you can access: ✔ 25 posters that each focus on a famous figure in the fight for equity ✔ An impactful quote from each figure, focusing on empowerment ✔ Each figure's t
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Experience

Hello! I am a fourth year science teacher with teaching experience in topics including genetics, populations & communities, cells, evolution, environmental science, , chemistry, physics, technology, etc. I have teaching experience in middle school science, undergraduate-level biology and population dynamics, and secondary level marching band.

Teaching style

​I am trained in a style of science education called Ambitious Science Teaching. In this model, students are first presented with phenomena, and are asked to produce initial ideas and explanations for the phenomena. Then, they are presented with hands-on experiences that give them new information to incorporate into their understanding of the phenomena. Finally, students are tasked with improving their explanation using evidence from the lab activities; the teacher uses this final explanation as a summative assessment. In an AST classroom, teachers prioritize investigation and explanation over memorization. In my classroom, students are not just taught scientific concepts, but the skills required to discover those concepts!

My own education history

I graduated from the Pennsylvania State University in 2022, earning a B.S. in Secondary Education for Biology, and two minors in Biology and Psychology.

Additional biographical information

I grew up near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, lived and taught in the seacoast region of New Hampshire for a year, and now reside in southern Virginia!