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Pencils and Stencils

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Pomona, California, United States
About the store
I have been teaching in Southern California since 2006, gaining extensive experience across various grade levels, including preschool, kindergarten, 1st grade, transitional kindergarten, and serving as a Teacher Specialist at a high school. Working in Los Angeles County, one of the most diverse and dynamic regions in the nation, has given me a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in education. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of what teaching styles and strategies resonate most with young learners, fostering their growth both academically and socially. I’ve had the privilege of working with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, which has enriched my teaching approach and reinforced the importance of inclusive, differentiated instruction. In addition to classroom teaching, I have collaborated with fellow educators on curriculum design, intervention programs, and professional development initiatives. These experiences have strengthened my ability to adapt to evolving educational needs while maintaining a student-centered focus. I am passionate about creating engaging, nurturing environments where students feel supported and empowered to succeed.
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Preview of Earthquake Shake Out Safety Hats

Earthquake Shake Out Safety Hats

These earthquake hats are perfect for emergency preparedness week and for The Great Shake Out that most schools participate in. Students color, cut and glue or staple hats. You can use a sentence strip for a bigger size. A perfect way to review the fundamentals of Earthquake Safety; Drop, Cover and Hold On. 3 Hats in total. This is a PDF file so please make sure you have the appropriate program before purchasing.
Preview of Earthquake Great Shakeout Bookmarks

Earthquake Great Shakeout Bookmarks

4 different bookmark designs. Print, cut, and distribute! Earthquake safety is very important and can sometimes be scary for children. These bookmarks have simple graphics that convey the steps on how to stay safe.
Preview of Esports Crew Badges

Esports Crew Badges

Are you having an Esports Tournament? Do you have a crew ready to assist with the activity? You are going to need cool badges! These 8 badges can be customized. You can add your schools logo or district logo. Print in color and then laminate and add a string or lanyard to be worn. You can shrink to fit to your needs.
Preview of Black History Theme Alphabet Banner

Black History Theme Alphabet Banner

Celebrate and decorate your space with two types of Black History inspired alphabet banners. Create your own bulletin board heading. Perfect for school offices. - Two designs A-Z includes: .,!? for each set.
Preview of Library Arch Bulletin Board

Library Arch Bulletin Board

Decorative Library colorful borders. 9 colors to choose from. Perfect for any library space or literature display! GET YOURS NOW!
Preview of Dia De Los Muertos Hats

Dia De Los Muertos Hats

Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos with a cute cultural hat! You have the option to color in the words or have your students trace. Each hate has two variations. 6 hats in total.
Preview of Connect the Dots Holiday Activity (English and Spanish)

Connect the Dots Holiday Activity (English and Spanish)

Celebrate Christmas with this cute math activity. 10 Connect the Dots activity 10 Connect the Dots in SPANISH
Preview of Valentine's Day Hats

Valentine's Day Hats

What better way to celebrate Valentine's day than with HATS! Students can color or trace the words. There is also an "I love Pizza" hat for those who simply love food! 4 English 4 Spanish
Preview of St. Patrick's Day Hats

St. Patrick's Day Hats

Students will love making this cute hat. 3 Different hat designs Last page can be used as bookmarks or as part of the hat.
Preview of Library Bulletin Board Strips

Library Bulletin Board Strips

So you want to have a cute library space? You can achieve that with these library bulletin board strips. 4 vibrant colors. Print, laminate, cut, and pin/staple together.
Preview of Christmas Coloring Sheets

Christmas Coloring Sheets

Perfect for Diverse Winter Celebrations Christmas Around the World 16 coloring pages in total 8 English 8 Spanish 1 American Traditional Christmas Meal Page 1 Latin Traditional Christmas Meal Page
Preview of Happy Holidays Hat Printable

Happy Holidays Hat Printable

Happy Holidays Hat Felices Fiestas Hat Color-cut out- enjoy!
Preview of Library Stop Sign

Library Stop Sign

Need a sign for cabinets or doors? Stop sign is big enough to be seen by students and colleagues.
Preview of Library Donation Half Sheet

Library Donation Half Sheet

Shy to ask for donations? Use this half sheet to make copies and hand out during events or meetings to your colleagues, parents and community.
Preview of Bookflix

Bookflix

Set up your own "Bookflix" and showcase literature.
Preview of Safety Kit

Safety Kit

This safety kit has 10 images students can color and cut. It's an excellent resource for Fire Drills and Earthquake Preparedness week. Make copies onto white paper, it's that simple!
Preview of Teacher Appreciation

Teacher Appreciation

Planning on giving your favorite teacher a pretzel snack? Print this cute label, hole punch, and tie it with a ribbon. Voila!
Preview of Take what you need

Take what you need

Take what you need: motivational poster for your classroom, office or library.
Preview of Feliz Navidad Bulletin Board

Feliz Navidad Bulletin Board

Feliz Navidad Bulletin Board
Preview of Happy New Year Banners

Happy New Year Banners

Happy New Year Banners Two Designs. Jazz up a bulletin board with these sparkly letters!
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About the store

Experience

I have been teaching in Southern California since 2006, gaining extensive experience across various grade levels, including preschool, kindergarten, 1st grade, transitional kindergarten, and serving as a Teacher Specialist at a high school. Working in Los Angeles County, one of the most diverse and dynamic regions in the nation, has given me a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in education. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of what teaching styles and strategies resonate most with young learners, fostering their growth both academically and socially. I’ve had the privilege of working with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, which has enriched my teaching approach and reinforced the importance of inclusive, differentiated instruction. In addition to classroom teaching, I have collaborated with fellow educators on curriculum design, intervention programs, and professional development initiatives. These experiences have strengthened my ability to adapt to evolving educational needs while maintaining a student-centered focus. I am passionate about creating engaging, nurturing environments where students feel supported and empowered to succeed.

Teaching style

I incorporate a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on activities, music, technology, and nature-based learning, to create an engaging and dynamic classroom environment that meets the diverse needs of young learners. I believe children learn best when they are active participants in the process, so I design lessons that encourage exploration, curiosity, and creativity. By integrating music and movement, I help students retain information while making learning enjoyable. Technology allows me to bring lessons to life and connect students to the wider world, while nature-based activities encourage observation, inquiry, and an appreciation for the environment. My goal is to create opportunities for students to make meaningful connections between the content they learn and their own lives. I also emphasize fostering a growth mindset, encouraging students to embrace challenges, and helping them develop confidence in their abilities. By making learning fun, interactive, and relevant, I aim to build a foundation of curiosity and positivity that supports their academic and social growth.

My own education history

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree, a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, and a Child Development Director Permit, all of which have equipped me with a strong foundation in education and child development. I further advanced my expertise by earning a Master’s degree from the University of La Verne, where I deepened my knowledge of effective teaching strategies and educational leadership. My academic journey reflects my passion for lifelong learning and my commitment to providing students with the best possible educational experience. Go Leos!