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With 13 years in the classroom, I've had the joy of teaching everything from 7th-grade math to high school Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and Precalculus—at just about every level you can think of! I’m all about making tricky math topics feel doable, especially for students who struggle. My resources break things down into clear, easy-to-follow steps and include plenty of variety to keep learning fresh, fun, and confidence-boosting.
Outside the classroom, I'm a busy mom of three! In my (very little!) spare time, I decided to start sharing my favorite classroom resources on Teachers Pay Teachers. These are the same activities and lessons that have worked wonders with my own students—designed to spark engagement, encourage collaboration, and make math feel less intimidating and way more fun. Whether you're teaching Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, or Precalculus, I hope my materials bring a little extra excitement and ease to your math classroom!
I’d be so grateful for a follow and a quick review—your feedback helps me keep creating what teachers really need!
-Christina
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Factoring Quadratic Trinomials a ≠ 1 | Algebra 1 Reference Sheet (Grades 8–10)
Struggling to teach factoring when the leading coefficient isn’t 1? This clear, step-by-step Algebra 1 resource helps students confidently master factoring trinomials where a ≠ 1—a common challenge in middle and high school math. What’s Included: Page 1: A student-friendly explanation of the factoring process in simple language Page 2: A worked-out example that walks through the steps clearly Why It Works: Designed for Grades 8–10 Algebra 1 students Supports both guided instruction and indep
8th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
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With 13 years in the classroom, I've had the joy of teaching everything from 7th-grade math to high school Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and Precalculus—at just about every level you can think of! I’m all about making tricky math topics feel doable, especially for students who struggle. My resources break things down into clear, easy-to-follow steps and include plenty of variety to keep learning fresh, fun, and confidence-boosting.
Outside the classroom, I'm a busy mom of three! In my (very little!) spare time, I decided to start sharing my favorite classroom resources on Teachers Pay Teachers. These are the same activities and lessons that have worked wonders with my own students—designed to spark engagement, encourage collaboration, and make math feel less intimidating and way more fun. Whether you're teaching Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, or Precalculus, I hope my materials bring a little extra excitement and ease to your math classroom!
I’d be so grateful for a follow and a quick review—your feedback helps me keep creating what teachers really need!
-Christina
My own education history
Masters of Science in Mathematics, Masters of Arts in Teaching Middle School Mathematics, Bachelors of Science in Mathematics and Bachelors of Arts in Secondary Education
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