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Columbus, Ohio, United States
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I've taught core and elective English classes of varying grade levels. My specific curriculum expertise is in Freshmen and Sophomore (9-10) core ELA curriculum, AP Language & Composition, World Mythology, Etymology, Journalism, and curriculum to aid in transitioning to college/university. Overall, I have extensive experience creating culturally responsive, and social emotional learning tools for varying learning levels and needs.
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The Basics of Interviewing Mini Lesson (STAR Method of Interviewing Lesson)
This is a Google slides presentation targets high school students learning important interview skills for the future. The lesson explains the S.T.A.R Method of Interviewing to answer behavior-based interview questions. Have your students take notes on the lesson and then attempt to use the S.T.A.R Method themselves. Check out "STAR Interview Questions Response Graphic Organizer" on this TpT store for an assignment that correlates with this presentation, or buy the bundle!
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Family Consumer Sciences
CCSS
CCRA.SL.1
, CCRA.SL.3
, CCRA.SL.4
+2
Social Commentary Mini Lesson W/ Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" as Model Text!
"The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson is a great story to teach foreshadowing and symbolism, but it's also a wonderful story to teach an introduction to the concept of social commentary to your students. Use this Google slides presentation to present to them what social commentary is, and three ways it's presented in the story; the mini lesson includes some fun historical background regarding reactions to the story that serves a hook to gain the students' interest. Alongside that, it also asks them
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
+6
Also included in: "The Lottery" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle
Characterization & Character Types Lesson (Referencing "Most Dangerous Game")
This Google Slides presentation includes a mini lesson on both the concept of characterization and different character types in literature with references to Richard Connell's "The Most Dangerous Game." Its recommended to teach this lesson after students have read and have an understanding of the story. This lesson includes references (and links to clips on YouTube) to popular movies to help students understand the concepts further after having been introduced to them and asked to think about th
7th - 11th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.5
+6
Also included in: "The Most Dangerous Game" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle
Vocabulary in "The Scarlet Ibis" Google Slides Presentation
This is a Google Slides presentation with 10 vocabulary words from the short story by James Hurst. Each slide includes a vocabulary word listed, and a definition of the word. Be sure to note that this google slides presentation goes directly along with more resources in my TpT shop! For an assignment to give your students after introducing the words to them please see, "Vocabulary Usage in The Scarlet Ibis Assignment" and for an assessment with the vocabulary words from the list, as well as
7th - 11th
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.3
, CCRA.L.4
+2
Also included in: "The Scarlet Ibis" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle
Vocabulary in "The Most Dangerous Game" Google Slides Presentation
This is a Google Slides presentation with 10 vocabulary words from the short story by Richard Connell. Each slide includes a vocabulary word listed, a definition of the word and an excerpt using the word from the story itself. Be sure to note that this google slides presentation goes directly along with more resources in my TpT shop! For an assignment to give your students after introducing the words to them please see, "Vocabulary Usage in The Most Dangerous Game Assignment" and for an asse
7th - 12th
English Language Arts, Spelling, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.3
, CCRA.L.4
, CCRA.L.6
Also included in: "The Most Dangerous Game" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle
Vocabulary in "The Lottery" Slides (Definitions & Text Evidence from Story)
Use this Google Slides presentation to introduce essential vocabulary words in Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery." The slides include definitions that make the vocabulary words more understandable to students in context and also includes the evidence from the text with the word in use. This presentation was created with the assignment "Vocabulary Usage in "The Lottery"" in mind. Be sure to check out that assignment or buy the entire "The Lottery" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle" for the full un
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.3
, CCRA.L.4
, CCRA.L.6
Also included in: "The Lottery" Short Story Literature Unit Bundle
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About the store
Experience
I've taught core and elective English classes of varying grade levels. My specific curriculum expertise is in Freshmen and Sophomore (9-10) core ELA curriculum, AP Language & Composition, World Mythology, Etymology, Journalism, and curriculum to aid in transitioning to college/university. Overall, I have extensive experience creating culturally responsive, and social emotional learning tools for varying learning levels and needs.
Teaching style
Student centered curriculum is essential for real learning to take place; data-centered instruction leads to optimal learning for each individual student; teaching to the "whole child" is critical and responsive.
Through the Gradual Release of Responsibility teaching model I work with my students to find independence through their learning.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I am a proud educator who fosters community wherever possible. I'm an advisor to clubs which focus on building community, providing service and honoring diversity and acceptance. Through my extensive body of work I highlight my passion for helping others, but I also do very much value the fostering of academic excellence. I'm proud my work has afforded me so many opportunities to educate, and get to know, so many different students, and I consider it a privilege to help them each of their individual journeys through life.
My own education history
Due to some incredible teachers I had along the way, I knew that I wanted to be a high school teacher from an early age. I passionately perused my interest in helping students express themselves and find who they truly are. So, the moment I graduated from a high school I made my way to university where I studied English Education, and obtained my educational teaching license. I am thankful that my time in college for allowing me to move on to my now career as an English teacher.
Today I teach Freshmen English, AP Language & Composition, and a wide variety of electives. I have a M.S in Curriculum and Instruction, plus several hours of M.A work towards a M.A in English, Literary & Cultural Studies. I am a constant learner, with no plans to stop.
Additional biographical information
I consider it a privilege to teach our next generation the tools they need to make this world a better place.
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