Prep with Petra

With 10 years of full-time teaching in the New York City Department of Education and 10 summers teaching junior high school in Charter Schools, I bring a wide range of classroom experience to every resource I create.

I am a dedicated Special Education Coordinator and veteran teacher with years of experience creating engaging, accessible lessons for all learners. My resources are content-specific for preparing students to pass the new Life Science Regents exam. They are designed for busy teachers who want materials that are clear, rigorous, and ready-to-use. Each lesson balances content knowledge with literacy skill-building, giving students the tools they need to think critically, make connections, and succeed on high-stakes exams. What makes my materials different? They are: Student-centered – designed to spark curiosity and keep even reluctant learners engaged. Time-saving – print-and-go resources that cut out the busywork and focus on what matters most. Skill-focused – every activity reinforces literacy, critical thinking, and evidence-based writing. Some of my materials are stand-alone lessons, while others may be have scaffolded or modified versions and I will always specify which so you know exactly what you’re getting. My goal is to help you spend less time planning and more time teaching.

I am proud to serve as a Model Teacher at my school, where I also hold the role of ISS Coordinator. I was honored with the PSR Hero Spotlight Award for excellence in IEP Goal Progress Monitoring data and Program Services data, recognizing my commitment to supporting student growth and ensuring compliance with special education standards.

I received my Master’s Degree in Education from Long Island University (LIU) in Brooklyn, where I specialized in developing effective instructional strategies for diverse learners.