Ms. APAAS.APUSH

With over 17 years in education—spanning classroom teaching, instructional coaching, and leadership—I’ve built a proven record of helping students in historically underserved communities outperform national averages on College Board exams. As a Lead AP U.S. History and AP African American Studies teacher, my students achieved an average pass rate of 78%, surpassing both state and global benchmarks. My lessons are not just standards-aligned—they’re field-tested, data-driven, and culturally relevant, keeping learners engaged. Each resource reflects the same intentional design used in my own classroom: 📘 Textbook-style rigor with scaffolded supports for diverse learners 💬 Scripted lessons with time stamps, CFUs, exemplars, and misconceptions built in 🎯 AP-level assessments (DOK 3+), aligned to College Board frameworks 🧠 Differentiated adaptations for ELLs, 5th-grade Lexile readers, and students with cognitive delays Every download is more than a worksheet—it’s a ready-to-teach experience that empowers educators to deliver equity, engagement, and excellence from bell to bell.

My teaching style blends rigor, relevance, and representation. Every lesson is built to challenge students’ thinking while honoring their lived experiences. I design AP-aligned materials that move beyond memorization—focusing instead on analysis, synthesis, and voice. Whether students are tackling complex primary sources or scaffolding toward mastery, my approach ensures that every learner can access grade-level content through clear modeling, guided questioning, and culturally responsive examples. Lessons include scripted pacing, checkpoints for understanding, and exemplars to help teachers deliver with confidence from bell to bell. At the core of my classroom is the belief that academic excellence and identity affirmation can coexist—students learn best when they see themselves reflected in the story of history.

78% of students earned a score of 3 or higher on the AP African American Studies Exam (2025), outperforming both state and global averages, thanks to my custom lesson design and skill-based curriculum. Led AP U.S. History course redesign that improved student writing performance and contextualization scores by double-digit gains year over year. Selected for multiple instructional leadership and coaching roles, supporting teachers across content areas in lesson design, data analysis, and equitable grading practices. Recognized as a “Warm Demander” educator—known for balancing high expectations with genuine care, fostering trust, and inspiring academic confidence in historically underserved communities. Spearheaded student-led civic and cultural initiatives, including the Juneteenth Identity Project, Beta Club service campaigns, and the “5th Hour” microlearning program for personal finance and entrepreneurship. Honored with schoolwide awards for excellence in curriculum innovation and student engagement, including commendations for culturally responsive teaching and AP course expansion. Featured presenter and content creator for district-level professional learning on AP alignment, scaffolded instruction, and cognitive accessibility for students with learning differences. Additionally: KC School Leadership Lab (2020 – ‘21), WPS School Leadership (2019 – ‘20), National Academy of Advanced Teacher Education (2018 – ‘19), Missouri Master Teacher 2015-16; Middle School Teacher Representative - AdvancedED Accreditation Board, 2013; International Baccalaureate (IB) recipient, 1998

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership – Focus on curriculum design, instructional coaching, and equity-centered leadership. Master of Science in Education – Emphasis on adolescent development, culturally responsive pedagogy, and instructional innovation. Bachelor’s Degree in History – Concentration in African American and United States History, with research in civic identity and educational equity. Advanced College Board Training – Certified in AP U.S. History and AP African American Studies instruction and assessment calibration. Professional Development Fellowships – Selected participant in programs supporting educators of color, AP access expansion, and curriculum design for diverse learners.

I believe that excellence should never be a privilege; it should be accessible to every classroom. My mission is to make high-quality, culturally relevant, and AP-aligned resources affordable so that all teachers, regardless of budget or school context, can deliver rigorous, engaging instruction. Every product I create is designed with equity, relevance, and excellence in mind. I price my materials intentionally to ensure that students from all backgrounds can experience challenging content that reflects their identities and potential. For me, teaching isn’t just about content mastery; it’s about closing opportunity gaps and empowering educators to do the same.