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High school Special Education (current) 8th Grade RLA teacher (1 year) 6th Grade RLA Teacher (4 years) 4th Grade RLA Teacher (2 years) Homeless Children's Education Fund (Intern, 1 year) Daycare Teacher (4 years) Jumpstart (1 year)
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Preview of Self-Awareness SEL Journal Prompts | Quarter 1 | Secondary SPED & Intervention

Self-Awareness SEL Journal Prompts | Quarter 1 | Secondary SPED & Intervention

Support student self-awareness through consistent, trauma-informed reflection! This Quarter 1 SEL Journal Prompts resource focuses on self-awareness skills for middle and high school students, including those with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health needs. Prompts are written in clear, simple language appropriate for students with reading levels between 3rd–7th grade. This resource is ideal for secondary SPED, intervention classrooms, alternative settings, and
Preview of Ecosystems & Food Chains 8 Independent Activity Packet - Week One

Ecosystems & Food Chains 8 Independent Activity Packet - Week One

Ecosystems & Food Chains Choice Packet – Week-Long Independent ActivitiesThis engaging ecosystems and food chains packet is perfect for middle school, upper elementary, or high school special education classrooms. Designed for independent learning, this resource includes 8 different activities that allow students to explore food chains, food webs, producers, consumers, decomposers, and the balance of ecosystems in a variety of fun and accessible ways. Students can choose one activity to comp
Preview of Natural Resources Independent Work Packet - Environmental Science Daily Work

Natural Resources Independent Work Packet - Environmental Science Daily Work

Make learning about natural resources engaging and accessible with this Natural Resources Packet! This resource includes 8 activities designed to support a wide range of learners, making it perfect for elementary, middle school, and high school special education classrooms. Students will explore renewable and nonrenewable resources, conservation, and why it’s important to protect the Earth through a variety of interactive activities. Inside, you’ll find: Sorts to build understanding and practic
Preview of Habitats & Biodiversity | 8 Independent Activity Packet - Week Two

Habitats & Biodiversity | 8 Independent Activity Packet - Week Two

Habitat & Biodiversity Independent Work Packet – 1 WeekEngage your students with this week-long environmental science packet all about habitats and biodiversity! Perfect for middle and elementary students as well as high school special education, this packet is designed for independent work, homework, or learning centers. Includes: Word search Flipbook Matching activities Picture activities T-Charts Simple, student-friendly, and ready to use to reinforce key concepts about habitats and the vari
Preview of Sustainability Sort | Environmental Science

Sustainability Sort | Environmental Science

Help your students explore sustainability with this hands-on sorting activity! Students will sort sentences and pictures into a T-chart to identify sustainable and non-sustainable practices. Instructions for students are included, making it easy to use in class or for independent work. Perfect for reinforcing environmental science concepts in a visual and interactive way.
Preview of Pollution Picture Sort

Pollution Picture Sort

Pollution sort for Environmental Science class. Geared towards younger students, special education, or a quick Do Now. Easy to include in student journals
Preview of Weather Observation Chart | Environmental Science

Weather Observation Chart | Environmental Science

Track and analyze daily weather with this easy-to-use observation chart. Perfect for secondary science labs, class activities, or independent study.
Preview of Parts of Speech Spoons Game

Parts of Speech Spoons Game

A fun way to review different parts of speech! Directions and materials list included Answer Key included I laminate the cards so I can reuse them every year!
Preview of Running Record

Running Record

The sheet I use to take running record notes or reading notes with students.
Preview of SEL affirmations, conflict sentence stems, Calm Down Strategies Desk Cards

SEL affirmations, conflict sentence stems, Calm Down Strategies Desk Cards

English and Spanish desk cards with affirmations, conflict sentence stems, and calm down strategies. Add to student desks so students can use self-coping strategies.
Preview of Water Use Tracker | Environmental Science

Water Use Tracker | Environmental Science

This Water Use Tracker helps students monitor and reflect on their daily water consumption while connecting to real-world environmental science concepts. Perfect for middle and high school, this activity encourages students to track usage, analyze patterns, and consider ways to conserve water. Easy to use in class or as homework, this tracker builds awareness of sustainability and supports lessons on natural resources, human impact, and conservation.
Preview of Climate Change Comic Strip with directions

Climate Change Comic Strip with directions

Climate Change Comic Strip Activity – Environmental ScienceBring creativity into your science classroom with this Climate Change Comic Strip Activity! Students will demonstrate their understanding of climate change causes, effects, and solutions by creating an original comic strip. This engaging project combines science content with art and storytelling, making it a perfect option for review, assessment, or enrichment. What’s Included: Clear student directions for creating the comic strip Prin
Preview of Writing Choice Board

Writing Choice Board

Writing choice board that gives students options on how to write about their reading. Use for centers or after reading a text or story. Works for non-fiction, fiction, and dramas! A colored version and a black and white version included.
Preview of Participation Rubric

Participation Rubric

Class participation rubric. Total of 100 points can be earned. I have students grade themselves and then we confer and talk about why they gave themselves the rating they did. Space for teacher comments as well as a key for frequency words.
Preview of ELAR Student Conferencing Tracker

ELAR Student Conferencing Tracker

Conferencing worksheet used to show students scores and what they did well with and what they need to work on. Also includes a behavior portion to show how behavior can affect grades.
Preview of Mood Meter Chart

Mood Meter Chart

A mood meter for students to keep and check in with their emotions throughout the day. Can be hung up in the classroom as well.
Preview of Conferencing Open Response Worksheet

Conferencing Open Response Worksheet

For any subject area. Space for Test grade, class grade, areas of growth and strength, as well as behavior.
Preview of Reading Log

Reading Log

Reading logs for students to keep track of their reading throughout the year.
Preview of Behavior Reflection Sheet 2

Behavior Reflection Sheet 2

A behavior sheet that is open ended and focused on restoring justice and peace.
Preview of Behavior Reflection Sheet

Behavior Reflection Sheet

Behavior Reflection sheet designed to help students identify possible triggers and consequences to their actions. It also gives students space to reflect on how they can fix the problem and restore justice to anyone who might have been hurt as a consequence. I keep this in student data binders for parent meetings and administration, just in case I need data about student behavior or have any issues throughout the year.
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Experience

High school Special Education (current) 8th Grade RLA teacher (1 year) 6th Grade RLA Teacher (4 years) 4th Grade RLA Teacher (2 years) Homeless Children's Education Fund (Intern, 1 year) Daycare Teacher (4 years) Jumpstart (1 year)

Teaching style

My teaching style is rooted in trauma-informed care, restorative justice, and community building, with a strong foundation in psychology and child development. I believe that learning happens best in safe, supportive environments where every student feels seen and valued. I also love bringing a little weirdness and humor into my lessons to spark curiosity, lower barriers, and make the classroom a place where students can relax and engage. My resources are designed to foster connection, creativity, and critical thinking while keeping things fun and meaningful.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Teacher of the Year 22-23 Teacher of the Month

My own education history

Masters in Elementary Education from Johns Hopkins University Bachelors in Applied Developmental Psychology from University of Pittsburgh