I have 20 years experience working in therapeutic special education programs for students with significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I currently serve as the lead teacher for the high school program. I have also been a special education compliance monitor for 13 years, and have led district and program-sponsored professional development workshops for over 10 years.
Help students build awareness of their emotional responses with this Trigger Identification Worksheet. This trauma-informed resource guides students through recognizing personal triggers, understanding their reactions, and developing strategies to respond more effectively. This activity is designed to support emotional awareness, reflection, and behavior planning in a safe and structured way. ✔ What’s Included: • Trigger identification worksheet • Guided reflection prompts • Personal strate
6th - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Support students in developing emotional awareness with this structured Emotional Check-In Worksheet. This resource helps students pause, reflect, and identify their feelings while building strategies to manage their emotions in a healthy way. Designed for daily or routine use, this tool promotes self-awareness and emotional regulation in a supportive, trauma-informed format. ✔ What’s Included: • Emotional check-in reflection worksheet • Guided prompts for identifying feelings and causes •
I have 20 years experience working in therapeutic special education programs for students with significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I currently serve as the lead teacher for the high school program. I have also been a special education compliance monitor for 13 years, and have led district and program-sponsored professional development workshops for over 10 years.
Teaching style
Trauma Informed, relationship-driven teaching that connects identity, decision-making, and real-world thinking.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Teacher of the Year 2013
My own education history
Bachelor's of Science, Special Education, University of Connecticut: May 2006
Master's, Teacher Leadership, University of Phoenix: March 2012
Sixth Year Certificate in Educational Leadership: May 2001
Educational Doctorate... in progress
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