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Miami, Florida, United States
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As an eight-year teacher in special education, I am dedicated to supporting students with intellectual disabilities and autism. I work as a self-contained teacher, providing a modified curriculum that meets the unique needs of each student. I’m also a doctoral student, National Board certified, and take great pride in my role as the site coordinator for the Special Olympics at my school. My goal is to create an inclusive, engaging environment where all students are empowered to reach their fullest potential.
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Student Self-Determination and Independence Checklist
Empower students to reflect on their strengths and independence with this Modified Self-Determination Skills Checklist. Designed for middle school, high school, and transition-age students (ages 11–22), it helps identify abilities and areas for growth across personal, academic, social, and daily living skills. Perfect for SPED, ESE, and Life Skills classrooms, this easy-to-use checklist includes a clear 1–5 rating scale, student-friendly instructions, and sections for goal setting and transitio
6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Father's Day Lesson Plan (Grades K–12)
Celebrate the amazing dads and father figures in your students' lives with this comprehensive Father's Day lesson plan! Perfect for K-12 classrooms, this resource includes age-appropriate activities, read-aloud links, and hands-on projects to help students express appreciation and love for their fathers and father figures. What's Included: Book recommendations and read-aloud links for each grade level ✏️ Step-by-step activity guides for Elementary, Middle, and High School Craft ideas, lett
K - 12th
Character Education, Other (Social Studies), Social Emotional Learning
Mother's Day Lesson Plan (Grades K–12)
Celebrate the special women in your students' lives with this comprehensive Mother's Day lesson plan! Perfect for K-12 classrooms, this resource includes age-appropriate activities, read-aloud links, and hands-on projects to help students express appreciation and love for their mothers and mother figures. What's Included: Book recommendations and read-aloud links for each grade level ✏️ Step-by-step activity guides for Elementary, Middle, and High School Craft ideas, letter writing, and
K - 12th
Character Education, Other (Arts), Other (Social Studies)
Diwali Lesson Plan (Grades K–12)
This K–12 Diwali lesson plan brings the Festival of Lights to life through storytelling, art, research, and cultural exploration. Each grade band features curated book selections, creative projects like diyas and posters, ✍️ reflective writing, and thoughtful discussion prompts. With ♿ adaptive supports built in, students of all abilities can engage in learning about Diwali’s values of light, hope, and community. Perfect for classrooms aiming to celebrate global cultures and deepen understand
K - 12th
Religion
Questions to Ask Before, During, and After the IEP Meeting (For Parents)
Be prepared and confident for your child's IEP meeting with this comprehensive list of essential questions. This resource helps parents navigate discussions, advocate effectively, and gain a clear understanding of their child's progress, support services, and educational plan. Covering key topics like goal setting, accommodations, progress monitoring, and communication with the IEP team, this guide ensures you leave the meeting with the information you need to support your child's success. Perfe
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School Communication Log
Stay organized and keep track of important conversations with this School Communication Log. Designed to help parents document phone calls, emails, meetings, and letters with teachers and school staff, this tool ensures you have a clear record of all interactions. If your child has an IEP, maintaining detailed communication notes is especially valuable for advocating effectively and staying informed. Easily reference past discussions, follow up on important topics, and keep everything in one pla
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Request an Independent Evaluation at Public Expense Sample Letter (For Parents)
This letter template is designed to help parents formally request an independent educational evaluation for their child at public expense. Based on IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), it provides a clear, professional, and detailed format for addressing concerns about a child’s initial evaluation. The template includes sections for outlining the reasons for the request, specifying the areas to be evaluated, and providing necessary contact information for the chosen evaluator. Use
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Parent IEP Meeting Checklist
Parent IEP ChecklistNavigating the IEP process can feel overwhelming, but this comprehensive checklist helps parents stay informed and prepared every step of the way. It outlines key actions to take before, during, and after your child’s IEP meeting, ensuring you have the tools and knowledge to advocate effectively. What’s Included: ✔ Important questions to ask the IEP team ✔ A SMART Goals template for writing strong IEP annual goals ✔ A list of essential items to bring to the IEP meeting ✔
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For All Subjects
IEP Input Forms for Parents and Teachers
Parent and Teacher Input Forms for IEP MeetingsThese two forms are designed to gather important insights from both parents and teachers before an IEP meeting. They help summarize a student’s academic, behavioral, social, and health-related strengths, weaknesses, and concerns. By completing these forms, both parents and teachers can provide a comprehensive overview of the student’s current progress and needs, ensuring that all areas are considered when developing or updating the IEP. These input
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For All Subjects
"Here's How I Did Today" Daily Behavior Chart
Behavior Tracking Chart for Students with Frequent Behavior ChallengesThis behavior tracking chart is designed to help students with frequent behavior challenges stay on task and track their own progress. Teachers, therapists, and other educators can work with the student to set clear behavioral expectations. After each time block, the student reflects on their conduct by circling or filling in the face that best represents their behavior. This tool encourages both accountability and multiple op
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For All Subjects
Accommodation Progress Monitoring: Sample and Blank Sheet
Accommodation Monitoring LogWhen measuring and monitoring the need for accommodations, it’s essential for teachers to use data-based evidence to support a student’s needs. This is crucial not only for IEP meetings but also for allowing stakeholders—such as therapists, teachers, parents, and nurses—to evaluate the effectiveness of the accommodations. This log helps answer important questions: How often does the student require the accommodation? Does the student work effectively without it? While
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For All Subjects
IEP Goals Progress Monitoring Chart: Sample and Blank Sheet
IEP Goal Progress Monitoring LogTracking and measuring progress on IEP goals requires data-based evidence to support the need for each goal. This not only plays a critical role in IEP meetings but also ensures that all stakeholders—including teachers, therapists, parents, and administrators—can make informed decisions about a student’s educational needs. This resource helps answer key questions: Has the student consistently mastered an IEP goal? Does the goal need to be adjusted for better acces
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For All Subjects
Parent/Student Homework Contract
Homework Contract for Students and ParentsThis homework contract encourages accountability for both students and parents in the process of completing and turning in homework. It provides a framework for setting clear expectations on how homework will be completed at home, including creating a schedule and establishing a system of rewards and consequences. This resource is especially beneficial for students learning to manage online learning, as it helps create structure and consistency while pro
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Multi-Class Behavior Chart (1, 3, & 5 Classes)
Multi-Class Behavior ChartMany behavior charts are designed for use in a single classroom, but this chart allows for monitoring behavior across 3-5 classes at once. It includes an additional section for teacher comments, providing flexibility to document specific observations for each class. This editable chart can be customized to fit your needs, making it easy to track behavior as students move from class to class, ensuring consistent monitoring and communication. Ideal for teachers who work
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English Language Arts, Math
Accommodation Strips
Student Accommodation Documentation FormAs the number of students requiring accommodations increases, teachers often struggle to find the time to document how these accommodations were provided. This resource simplifies the process by offering a sample method for documenting accommodations for student work. The document is editable, so you can easily customize it to meet the specific needs of your students. After printing the document (double-sided), simply cut the strips and attach them to th
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Other (ELA), Other (Math)
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About the store
Experience
As an eight-year teacher in special education, I am dedicated to supporting students with intellectual disabilities and autism. I work as a self-contained teacher, providing a modified curriculum that meets the unique needs of each student. I’m also a doctoral student, National Board certified, and take great pride in my role as the site coordinator for the Special Olympics at my school. My goal is to create an inclusive, engaging environment where all students are empowered to reach their fullest potential.
Teaching style
I’m a strong advocate for student-led discovery learning. As a child, I didn’t enjoy feeling that all lessons were teacher-led and lecture-based, so I focus on creating a more engaging and interactive classroom. My space includes a variety of centers- sensory, reading, computer, and quiet corners—where students can explore, learn, and grow in ways that work best for them. I teach whole-group lessons to foster discussion and active participation, followed by differentiated instruction groups to ensure every student is supported at their own level.
Awards & shining teacher moments
As a dedicated educator, I am proud to have achieved several milestones in my career. I hold National Board Certification (2025-2030) and served as Special Education Department Chair in 2019. I was honored to be named Rookie Teacher of the Year in 2018 and awarded the Project TEACHLAB grant to pursue my master's in Special Education. I am also a published author with 11 scholarly articles focused on students with disabilities and have had the privilege of guest lecturing at Florida International University. Over the years, I've facilitated student success by helping them become published authors and served as the Special Olympics Site Coordinator at my school. Additionally, I have received multiple grants, including the McDonald's Golden Grant and the United Teachers of Dade Presidents Grant, to further enhance my students' learning experiences.
My own education history
I graduated from Florida International University (FIU) with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, complemented by reading, ESOL, and autism endorsements. I obtained my master’s degree in Special Education at FIU and currently I'm furthering my academic journey as a doctoral student in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. My passion for education drives me to continuously grow and improve as both an educator and a leader.
Additional biographical information
I chose to remain in special education because I saw how my students were often limited by the low expectations of others. I believed it was my responsibility to assume that they could succeed, as long as the tools and resources I provided were appropriate for them. My goal is to help all students reach their full potential, and with their own self-determination, I hope they continue to progress and make meaningful learning gains.
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