Teach n' Shine

👩‍🏫 Hi, I’m the teacher behind Teach & Shine! I’m a passionate middle school math teacher who loops with my students from 6th through 8th grade, building strong relationships and deepening their learning over time. I believe in teaching math through real-world connections, hands-on experiences, and meaningful reflection. Whether it’s spiraling reviews, classroom economy systems, or project-based learning, I design resources that help students grow not just as mathematicians—but as problem-solvers and future-ready thinkers. My classroom is a place where math matters, mistakes are welcome, and everyone has the chance to shine. ✨

My teaching style blends structure with creativity. I believe students learn best when they can see the why behind what they’re doing, so I focus on making math real, relevant, and reflective. I use a mix of spiral review, project-based learning, and financial literacy themes to help students apply concepts in meaningful ways. Since I loop with students across multiple years, I build strong relationships that allow for consistent growth, deeper understanding, and a classroom culture based on trust, accountability, and independence. I love incorporating classroom economy systems to give students responsibility and connect math to real life. In my classroom, students are encouraged to make mistakes, take ownership, and grow into confident, capable learners—all while having fun along the way.

SEDI Grant Award

*Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education with an -Emphasis in Middle School Mathematics. *Masters degree in Educational Technologies * Technology Peer Mentor