The Authentic Educator
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New Jersey, United States
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I’m a veteran educator with almost two decades of experience teaching middle and high school special education and general education students across Language Arts and Social Studies. I’ve served in leadership roles such as Summer School Principal, Anti-Bullying Specialist, and PBSIS Coordinator—designing interventions, developing curriculum, and supporting teachers across the board. My resources are classroom-tested, student-centered, and designed for both rigor and accessibility. I add new resources to Bundles without raising the price as a way to show customers my appreciation.
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Personal Growth Tracking Sheets | Emotional Fitness Challenge | Grades 3–8 | SEL
Turn your students’ social-emotional growth into a daily habit — not a one-time activity. The Personal Growth Tracking Sheets are a first-of-its-kind SEL tool that helps students strengthen emotional “muscles” like resilience, gratitude, focus, and kindness — one week at a time. Each week includes five short daily prompts and one powerful reflection question that train self-awareness, attention, and emotional regulation. This resource is ready to use, teacher-approved, and completely differen
3rd - 8th
Character Education, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
Gratitude Time Capsule: Letters to Future Me Grades 3–8 SEL & Writing Activity
Give your students the gift of perspective. One letter, one envelope, one powerful moment they’ll never forget.Transform November into something your students will never forget.The Gratitude Time Capsule isn’t just another seasonal writing activity—it’s a memory your students will open next year. In this low-prep SEL + writing project, students write heartfelt letters to their future selves, reflecting on gratitude, growth, and the person they’re becoming. When they reopen their letters next
3rd - 8th
Character Education, Other (ELA), Social Emotional Learning
Mystery at Midnight Manor – Halloween Reading & Inference Activity (Grades 3–5)
Halloween week can be chaotic — but this resource keeps it academic and engaging. Your students will love diving into this one-page mini-mystery packed with clues, critical thinking, and just the right amount of spooky fun. They’ll read the short story “Mystery at Midnight Manor”, make inferences, cite text evidence, and write their conclusions — all in one ready-to-use activity. It’s the perfect mix of reading comprehension and logic-based reasoning that keeps students focused while still f
3rd - 5th
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Experience
I’m a veteran educator with almost two decades of experience teaching middle and high school special education and general education students across Language Arts and Social Studies. I’ve served in leadership roles such as Summer School Principal, Anti-Bullying Specialist, and PBSIS Coordinator—designing interventions, developing curriculum, and supporting teachers across the board. My resources are classroom-tested, student-centered, and designed for both rigor and accessibility. I add new resources to Bundles without raising the price as a way to show customers my appreciation.
Teaching style
My teaching style blends structure with creativity. I believe students learn best when materials are clear, consistent, and scaffolded for their success—especially students with IEPs or learning differences. I design everything I post with an eye toward differentiation, engagement, and skills that transfer to the real world.
Awards & shining teacher moments
PBSIS Coordinator and Restorative Support Leader
2007 Distinguished Service Award, Rutgers University
Multiple First-Place Awards for Writing & Editing, NJCPA
Summer School Principal- overseeing programming, assessments, and student progress
Recognized for creating systems that improved school climate and student behavior outcomes
My own education history
M.A. in Educational Administration and Supervision – New Jersey City University
M.A.T. in Special Education – New Jersey City University
B.A. in English, Cum Laude – Rutgers University
Certified Supervisor & Principal in the State of New Jersey
Certified K-12 in Social Studies, English, and Students with Disabilities
Additional biographical information
My classroom is where structure meets authenticity. I design my resources based on real needs—not trends—and I care deeply about clarity, connection, and results. Whether you’re a new teacher looking for support or a veteran looking to refresh your toolkit, I hope my store becomes a place you trust for high-quality, purposeful resources.
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