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The Exploring Educator

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The Exploring Educator’s journey in education is truly full-circle! She currently teaches at the same elementary school she attended as a student—where she first dreamed of one day returning as a teacher! Through dedication and hard work, the dream became a reality. She is currently in her eighth year of teaching—where she has spent seven years in third grade and one year in fourth grade.
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Preview of Number Sense - Google Slides (*Distance Learning Friendly*)

Number Sense - Google Slides (*Distance Learning Friendly*)

These number sense routines were inspired from Jennifer Lempp's Math Workshop. This resource includes 60 number sense slides. 20 build a number (What are ways to make...)20 Quick images (How many do you see? How do you see them?...)20 Which does not belong?Number sense routines are quick math warm ups for our everyday lessons. Number sense engages students in math discussion because it encourages flexibility with numbers, problem solving strategies, confidence, and perseverance. It’s all about
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Experience

The Exploring Educator’s journey in education is truly full-circle! She currently teaches at the same elementary school she attended as a student—where she first dreamed of one day returning as a teacher! Through dedication and hard work, the dream became a reality. She is currently in her eighth year of teaching—where she has spent seven years in third grade and one year in fourth grade.

Teaching style

I believe in a UDL (Universal Design for Learning) approach in my classroom. Differentiation is key to all learners' success academically, emotionally, and socially. Sorry for the laughter, volume, chaos, and/or mess... we are learning in my classroom!

Awards & shining teacher moments

- Nova Southeastern University's 2023-2024 Dr. Charles L. Faires Outstanding Doctoral Research Award - Rider University's 2018 Excellence in Special Education Award

My own education history

The Exploring Educator earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Communications, and Special Education from Rider University. During her undergrad at Rider University, she also received her Certificate in Educational Technology. She continued at Rider to complete her Master of Arts in Special Education, where she was honored with the 2018 Excellence in Special Education Award. In 2023, she achieved her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Her doctoral research focused on special education, educator collaboration, and the implementation of Quality Teaching Rounds (QTRs), earning her the prestigious Dr. Charles L. Faires Outstanding Doctoral Research Award for the 2023–2024 academic year. The Exploring Educator has also obtained her Supervisor, Principal, and District Administration certifications for New Jersey, through Montclair State University.

Additional biographical information

One of my favorite hobbies is to travel. My favorite board game is Monopoly. The team I route for in major league baseball is the New York Mets! I love dolphins, owls, and Alaskan huskies!