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Rooted in Structure is built on the belief that structure is the foundation of regulation—and regulation is the requirement for learning. I currently teach in a 15:1 self-contained Special Education classroom in Westchester County, NY. My background includes serving as a Special Education teacher in 5th-grade inclusion settings across public schools in Long Island and Queens, as well as experience as a 1st-grade General Education teacher. These diverse settings have shaped my approach to creating practical, ready-to-use resources that reduce cognitive load for students and prep time for teachers.
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Peer Mediation/Conflict Resolution Request Form – SEL Support Tool
This peer mediation/conflict resolution request form is an SEL support tool designed to help students formally request mediation for peer conflict, promote restorative practices, and guide behavior support teams in addressing social/emotional needs.
K - 12th
Character Education
Classroom Library and Environment Teacher Checklist
This comprehensive checklist asks teachers to evaluate their classroom collection of print materials such as books, magazines, and newspapers, as well of each of their uses.
K - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Student Respect & Kindness Notes – Appreciation Messages for Classmates
Help students build positive classroom culture with these respect and kindness notes, perfect for writing thoughtful appreciation messages to classmates and reinforcing social‑emotional skills.
3rd - 12th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Classroom Environment and Climate Teacher Self-Assessment Checklist
Students can use this checklist to rate their classroom climate in 8 areas as excellent, average, or needs improvement.
5th - 12th
Character Education, Classroom Community, For All Subjects
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Experience
Rooted in Structure is built on the belief that structure is the foundation of regulation—and regulation is the requirement for learning. I currently teach in a 15:1 self-contained Special Education classroom in Westchester County, NY. My background includes serving as a Special Education teacher in 5th-grade inclusion settings across public schools in Long Island and Queens, as well as experience as a 1st-grade General Education teacher. These diverse settings have shaped my approach to creating practical, ready-to-use resources that reduce cognitive load for students and prep time for teachers.
Teaching style
My teaching style blends structured routines with heart. I believe regulation grows from clarity, consistency, and warm boundaries; I say what I mean, mean what I say, and follow through with steady expectations. By holding firm-yet-loving limits and modeling calm responses, I create predictable systems that help students feel safe and capable. My goal is a grounded classroom where consistency supports connection—ensuring every learner has the structure they need to regulate and thrive.
My own education history
I hold a Master’s Degree in Literacy from Touro Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Study from St. Joseph’s University. I am highly specialized and hold five New York State certifications:
Early Childhood & Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 6)
Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 12)
Literacy (Birth–Grade 12)
Additional biographical information
Outside of the classroom, I’m usually leaning into the things that keep me grounded: spending time with my family, practicing yoga, or getting lost in a good book. I have a major soft spot for anything related to plants and flowers, and I find a lot of joy in the "creative" side of home life—whether that’s baking, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or just being outdoors. I’m a lifelong learner at heart, and I created this store to share the systems that bring that same sense of calm and structure to my own teaching practice.
Have a question or a specific request? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me an email at: rootedinstructure.tpt@gmail.com
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